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February 12
Africa: Impact of Red Sea Crisis On Africa – Red Flag or Red Herring?
Africa will feel the effects, but smart countries could derive some benefits from the Red Sea turmoil. Read more »
February 06
Africa: Despite the Hazards, Ghana's Illicit Waste Trade Is Booming
Ghana cannot recycle all its hazardous waste imports, but that hasn't curbed its role in the billion-dollar global business. Read more »
February 01
Africa: Africa's Oceans Could Pay Dearly for the Red Sea Crisis
Africa faces the most severe environmental damage from the conflict - countries must actively work on diplomatic solutions. Read more »
November 29, 2023
South Africa: Protecting South Africa's Precious Succulents From Illegal Traders
New research shows that strides have been made, but more support and private-public partnerships are needed. Read more »
November 23, 2023
Africa: The Loss and Damage Fund Must Deliver At COP28
Africans displaced by climate change desperately need support, but disputes over the fund's modalities could hinder progress. Read more »
November 16, 2023
Africa: Lack of Funding Could Sink Africa's Ocean Protection Efforts
Africa must invest in 'life below water' - the Sustainable Development Goal that can unlock economic and climate benefits. Read more »
November 13, 2023
Africa: Climate Risk in a World At War
Climate change is a threat multiplier and a security risk. War and conflict are now returning the favour. Read more »
October 31, 2023
South Africa: Can South Africa Contain Pangolin Trafficking?
There are worrying signs that the illegal trade is becoming more organised, with professionals and government officials involved. Read more »
October 02, 2023
Africa: Africa Needs a People-Centred Approach to Climate Action
At COP28, Africa must champion a position that is both economically conscious and prioritises the voices of its people. Read more »
September 19, 2023
Libya: Libya's Floods - A Climate Change and Governance Tragedy
The Derna disaster shows the lethal effect of a convergence between climate, governance and security threats. Read more »
August 31, 2023
East Africa: Chinese Markets Deplete Lake Victoria's Nile Perch
Nile perch swim bladders, used in Chinese cuisine and traditional medicine, are illegally extracted from breeding and juvenile fish. Read more »
August 24, 2023
Africa: Towards a BRICS Climate Club
BRICS could be the catalyst for a new global alliance to power solutions to the world's climate crisis. Read more »
July 31, 2023
Africa: Development Funders Must Seize Climate Migration Opportunities
Although funds for climate adaptation are rising, vital climate-linked mobility interventions are still being overlooked. Read more »
July 07, 2023
Africa: Macron's Financing Summit Provides More Momentum Than Money
The measure of success will be in what happens at several upcoming meetings where binding decisions can be made. Read more »
June 19, 2023
South Africa: South Africa Cholera Outbreak - Governance Failures Bode Ill for Climate Catastrophes
The water system is already at risk due to climate change - continued gross negligence could spark a socio-politico-economic crisis. Read more »
June 20, 2023
West Africa: Rising Tides Threaten Low-Lying Coastal West Africa
Protecting and restoring coastal ecosystems can reduce the development and safety risks that vulnerable communities face. Read more »
June 08, 2023
Africa: Is the Blue Economy a Route to Stronger AU-EU Ties?
The two continents share maritime spaces. An agreement on equitable and joint responsibilities could boost development and prosperity. Read more »
June 06, 2023
Cote d'Ivoire: Mines Risk Degrading Country's Fragile Environment
Can the country balance an expanding mining sector with protecting its remaining forests and farming-dependent economy? Read more »
June 05, 2023
Congo-Kinshasa: Loss and Damage Funding Vital After DRC and Rwanda Floods
Whole villages have been decimated, and communities need help to rebuild and recover, not just short-term humanitarian aid. Read more »
May 17, 2023
Africa: Climate Disaster Is Reshaping the World - Can Africa Make Its Mark?
As global economic, security and climate crises coalesce, will Africa fall deeper into victimhood or turn the continent around? Read more »
May 02, 2023
Central Africa: Central Africa's Pangolins Slaughtered for Myths and Meat
Organised criminal networks that previously traded mostly with African elephant ivory are turning to pangolins. Read more »
March 30, 2023
Africa: Is Cyclone Freddy's Record-Breaking Devastation the New Normal?
Thousands have been displaced by weather-related disasters in Southern Africa, which are becoming more brutal and frequent. Read more »
March 22, 2023
Africa: High Seas Treaty Needs Continent's Support to Work
Africa already shows innovation and leadership in ocean conservation, and countries must now push for early ratification. Read more »
March 20, 2023
Africa: Republic of the Congo Cannot Afford to Lose Its Sharks
Could artisanal fishers help prevent illegal fishing and the destruction of the valuable shark population? Read more »
March 14, 2023
Africa: Balancing Protection and Profit in the Congo Basin
The One Forest Summit delivered more pledges, but accelerated action is vital to stop illegal logging and deforestation. Read more »
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