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How Renewable Energy Helps Combat Climate Change

Posted on May 22, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on How Renewable Energy Helps Combat Climate Change
How Renewable Energy Helps Combat Climate Change

Written By: Faith jemosop Climate change is no longer a distant threat; it’s already reshaping ecosystems, economies, and lives across the globe, especially in Africa. From rising temperatures and unpredictable rainfall to severe droughts and floods, the continent is experiencing the harsh realities of a warming world. But in the midst of the crisis lies…

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AfDB Approves $18 Million for Rural Water and Sanitation in Mauritania

Posted on May 21, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on AfDB Approves $18 Million for Rural Water and Sanitation in Mauritania
AfDB Approves $18 Million for Rural Water and Sanitation in Mauritania

Written By: Faith Jemosop Mauritania has secured more than $18 million in financing from the African Development Bank (AfDB) to improve access to water and sanitation for nearly half a million people in rural communities, marking a significant step toward climate resilience and public health. Key Investment for Rural Transformation The financing, approved by the…

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How the Fall of USAID Could Derail Africa’s Fight Against Climate Change

Posted on May 12, 2025May 12, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on How the Fall of USAID Could Derail Africa’s Fight Against Climate Change
How the Fall of USAID Could Derail Africa’s Fight Against Climate Change

Written by Faith Jemosop The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)  , long regarded as a key pillar in Africa’s fight against climate change, has been abruptly defunded and deconstructed. The move, initiated by a sweeping government restructuring campaign under the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), spearheaded by tech mogul Elon Musk and greenlit…

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Casablanca Desalination Plant Secures €340 Million for Africa’s Largest Renewable Water Project

Posted on May 9, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on Casablanca Desalination Plant Secures €340 Million for Africa’s Largest Renewable Water Project
Casablanca Desalination Plant Secures €340 Million for Africa’s Largest Renewable Water Project

Written by: Faith Jemosop The Casablanca Desalination Plant has secured €340 million in financing, marking a significant step towards enhancing water security in Morocco. This project, set to be the largest desalination facility on the continent and the world’s largest powered entirely by renewable energy, is a collaborative effort between Spanish and Moroccan entities. The…

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Enhancing tech-driven safety, security across mining operations in East Africa

Posted on April 29, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on Enhancing tech-driven safety, security across mining operations in East Africa
Enhancing tech-driven safety, security across mining operations in East Africa

By Quintin Roberts – Regional Sales Manager, Genetec Africa The mining industry faces some of the toughest challenges when it comes to physical security and employee safety. Mines are often located in remote areas, far from urban infrastructure, and may lack stable internet access or cellular connectivity. This makes real-time communication and data transmission difficult….

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Rising Temperatures Threatening Kigezi Uganda Community

Posted on March 31, 2025March 31, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on Rising Temperatures Threatening Kigezi Uganda Community
Rising Temperatures Threatening Kigezi Uganda Community

Written By: By Jemosop Faith, Faith specializes in energy, climate, and renewables, transforming complex policy discussions into accessible, everyday conversations, she is a writer at Africa Digest News backed by 2+ years of focused experience. Experts warn that rising temperatures, driven by environmental degradation, are creating ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes, posing a significant threat…

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Kenya’s Collective Tree Planting Aimed at 15 Billion Trees in the next decade

Posted on March 24, 2025March 24, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on Kenya’s Collective Tree Planting Aimed at 15 Billion Trees in the next decade
Kenya’s Collective Tree Planting Aimed at 15 Billion Trees in the next decade

Written By: By Jemosop Faith, Faith specializes in energy, climate, and renewables, transforming complex policy discussions into accessible, everyday conversations, she is a writer at Africa Digest News backed by 2+ years of focused experience Kenya is on a mission, a vital mission to heal its environment and secure its future. The ambitious goal? Planting 15 billion…

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Kenya National Bureau of Statistics Launches Country’s Inaugural Compendium On Environment

Posted on March 21, 2025March 21, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on Kenya National Bureau of Statistics Launches Country’s Inaugural Compendium On Environment
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics Launches Country’s Inaugural Compendium On Environment

By Jemosop Faith, Faith specializes in energy, climate, and renewables, transforming complex policy discussions into accessible, everyday conversations, she is a writer at Africa Digest News backed by 2+ years of focused experience The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) has marked a significant milestone by launching the country’s inaugural compendium on environmental statistics. This…

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South Africa Set To Plant 1 Million Trees To Combat Climate Change

Posted on March 19, 2025March 19, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on South Africa Set To Plant 1 Million Trees To Combat Climate Change
South Africa Set To Plant 1 Million Trees To Combat Climate Change

By Jemosop Faith, Faith specializes in energy, climate, and renewables, transforming complex policy discussions into accessible, everyday conversations, she is a writer at Africa Digest News backed by 2+ years of focused experience “South Africa has designated Sept. 24, 2025, as a national tree planting day, aiming to ‘plant 1 million trees in a single…

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Disruptive Rains Threaten KwaZulu-Natal

Posted on March 14, 2025March 19, 2025 By Africa Digest News No Comments on Disruptive Rains Threaten KwaZulu-Natal
Disruptive Rains Threaten KwaZulu-Natal

The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a stark warning for KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), placing the region under an orange level six alert for disruptive rainfall.  This significant warning signals a high likelihood of severe impacts, with heavy downpours expected to unleash flooding, infrastructure damage, and potential landslides. The alert, which also predicts severe thunderstorms…

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