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African leaders concluded the Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, with a strong call to the global community for urgent climate action. They adopted the Nairobi Declaration, pressing developed nations to honor their commitments to climate finance and to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Although Africa contributes very little to global emissions, it suffers some of…

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A major controversy has erupted around the COP29 climate summit in Azerbaijan, as Elnur Soltanov, the head of the COP29 delegation, was secretly recorded discussing possible fossil fuel deals. This has caused a strong backlash from environmental activists and former UN climate officials, who see it as a betrayal of the climate negotiations. In an…

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During the 2024 Kofi Annan Eminent Speakers Lecture, Irish President Michael D. Higgins stressed the urgent need to address climate change and debt reform to help Africa grow. Speaking from Áras Uachtaráin, Higgins highlighted how issues like food security, poverty, and deep-rooted inequalities impact African nations. He called for moving away from temporary aid solutions…

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As COP29 begins in Baku, Azerbaijan, the focus is on urgent climate action—especially for developing countries. For African nations, this conference is a crucial chance to gain support, form partnerships, and build resilience against climate impacts. Here’s a closer look at how Africa could benefit from COP29.  Securing Climate Finance One of the biggest needs…

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Donald Trump’s recent return to the U.S. presidency in 2024 has raised real concerns about climate change policies, especially for countries like Kenya, which are already dealing with the effects of a changing climate. Trump’s leadership could impact Kenya’s climate action and shape the African climate response more broadly.  A Shift in U.S. Climate Policy…

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The African Development Bank (AfDB) has recently received praise for its innovative Adaptation Benefits Mechanism (ABM), aimed at boosting climate resilience in Africa. This approach seeks to encourage private sector investment in climate adaptation projects by offering a results-based financing model that rewards project developers for achieving clear adaptation benefits. The ABM was awarded recognition…

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At the recent G77 and China Leaders’ Summit in Dubai, Seychelles President Wavel Ramkalawan made a heartfelt appeal for fair access to climate financing. He highlighted the need for small island developing states (SIDS), like Seychelles, to have equal access to the funds needed to fight climate change. His message called for a major change…

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As the climate crisis intensifies, clear and effective communication becomes more important than ever. Storytelling can be a powerful tool to bridge the gap between complex climate data and everyday understanding. By sharing relatable stories, we can make climate change more approachable and emotionally impactful. Climate change is not just a distant problem; it affects…

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