Leading the conversation on Climate in Africa
Written By: Faith Jemosop Africa is already experiencing the harsh consequences of climate change more intensely and sooner than many other parts of the world. Despite contributing less than 4% of global carbon emissions, the continent is facing more extreme temperatures, prolonged droughts, heavier floods, and increasingly unpredictable weather patterns. These shifts are no…
written by ; Faith Jemosop. The climate crisis is no longer a distant threat confined to polar ice caps or future generations; it’s already claiming lives, overwhelming hospitals, and worsening health disparities around the world. From deadly heat waves to rising disease outbreaks, climate change is creating a global health emergency that we can no…
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Sub-Saharan Africa is facing some of the world’s harshest climate consequences, threatening food security, water access, health, and regional stability. From longer droughts and erratic rainfall to floods and heatwaves, climate change is altering daily life, economies, and the future of millions in the region. 1.Growing Hunger and Food Insecurity Agricultural systems largely rain-fed are…
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When heavy rain began to pound Cape Town on the night of April 7, few suspected that by morning, thousands would be without homes, electricity, or access to basic necessities. Among them was 34-year-old Sipho Mbele, a father of two from Delft. “Water rushed into the house like a river. My kids were crying. I…
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At the recent COP29 climate conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) made a strong appeal for climate policies that address Africa’s unique challenges. The bank’s president, Professor Benedict Oramah, highlighted how Africa is heavily affected by climate change despite contributing less than 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions. He emphasized the urgent…
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As the COP29 climate conference continues in Baku, Azerbaijan, environmental groups like Greenpeace Africa are making an urgent call for climate financing for Africa. With the conference ongoing until November 22, leaders are being urged to prioritize financial support for African countries, which are among the hardest hit by climate change impacts despite contributing less…
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The Lake Chad Basin, encompassing parts of Nigeria, Niger, Chad, and Cameroon, is a region of geographic and cultural importance. It has been the epicenter of violent extremism, particularly due to the actions of Boko Haram, an Islamist militant group that emerged in the early 2000s. Since launching its armed campaign in 2009, Boko Haram…
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A collaborative effort between Schneider Electric Limited Kenya,The State Department for TVET, The French Ministry, and the National Education has seen the launch of a center of excellence equipped with electrical and automation systems to provide hands-on experience to students at PC Kinyanjui Training Institute in Nairobi. The newly launched center of excellence is Equipped…
Bolt Powers Up Flood Relief Efforts in Kenya: Kenyans Can Now Ride to the Rescue with “Flood Assist” Category The recent deluge of floods in Kenya has painted a heartbreaking picture across the nation. Communities are grappling with the aftermath, their homes and livelihoods ravaged by the rising waters. In the face of the crisis,…
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King Charles III and Queen Consort Camilla have extended their sympathies to the people of Kenya following the destructive floods that have swept through the country. The royal couple expressed their condolences to families who have lost loved ones and seen their lives upended by the natural disaster. They also reminisced about their visit to…
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