November 24
Nigeria: COP29 - Nigeria, Others Criticise $300 Billion Climate Finance Deal
Premium Times
The final deal includes a fresh pledge by wealthy nations to provide $300 billion annually to poorer countries. Read more »
Rwanda: COP29 Falls Short of $1.3tn Climate Finance Demanded By Developing Countries
New Times
Wealthy nations have committed to providing $300 billion annually by 2035 to assist developing countries in addressing the impacts of climate change, following two weeks of… Read more »
Africa: COP29 Ends in Betrayal As African Leaders Slam Weak Finance Goal As 'Climate Colonialism'
Greenpeace
The UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) has ended with a minimum agreement on a new public climate finance goal of $300 billion USD against a need of 1.3 trillion for… Read more »
Uganda: COP29 Adopts Baku Workplan to Elevate Voices of Indigenous Peoples, Local Communities in Climate Action
Nile Post
COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, resolved to elevate the role of Indigenous Peoples and local communities in global climate action with the adoption of the Baku Workplan and the renewal… Read more »
November 23
Africa: COP29 Climate Talks Conclude With $300 Billion Annual Pledge, but Developing Nations Call Deal 'An Insult'
UN News
Rich nations pledged to contribute at least $300 billion annually to the global fight against climate change as UN climate talks came to a contentious end early Sunday morning in… Read more »
Africa: COP29's Final Day - Developing Nations Demand Climate Financing As Wealthy Countries Remain Hesitant
Daily Maverick
How much does cutting down on carbon emissions, by doing things like using public transport, walking or cycling to get to places, really save? COP29 was a good place to find out.… Read more »
Africa: Insights From Negotiator Into How COPs Move Needle Towards Healthy, Liveable Planet
IPS
Every year, the Conference of the Parties creates a global milestone for the climate movement, setting new standards and advancing action towards a net-zero planet to sustain all… Read more »
November 22
South Africa: The Climate Crisis Forces Civil Society To Take Legal Action Against Seismic Surveys In South African Waters
The Green Connection
Last week (14 November 2024), The Green Connection, Aukotowa Fisheries Primary Co-Operative, and Natural Justice launched another legal challenge against activities that could… Read more »
Africa: COP29 - Outraged Climate Experts Call New $250bn Text a 'Slap in the Face' [analysis]
African Arguments
With the climate talks on the brink, campaigners and experts call the latest draft a "disgrace" and say "no deal is better than a bad deal". Read more »
Africa: UN's OCHA Calls to Correct the Imbalance in Climate Finance Allocation
IPS
As climate-induced disasters continue to wreak havoc worldwide, the Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), a UN body specializing in emergency response, has… Read more »
Liberia: COP29 - Draft Document On Finance Release, Who's Paying Undecided
Liberian Observer
With just a day to climax the 29th Session of the Conference of Parties of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, the organizers have released the draft… Read more »
Nigeria: COP29 - UN Chief Calls for Climate Justice Amidst Anxieties Over New Finance Targets
Premium Times
Mr Guterres said there is a need for a major push to get discussions over the finishing line to deliver an ambitious and balanced package on all pending issues, with a new finance… Read more »
Africa: COP29 - Seven Key Demands of African Negotiators Amidst Draft Text Showdown
Premium Times
The AGN said it is critical that Parties agree to specific commitments to reduce the high cost of capital, increase mobilisation ratios, and extend the reach of non-debt financial… Read more »
Africa: Once in a Blue Moon, Things Don't Fall Apart [blog]
IPS
The drive home is uneventful. Our Bolt driver is a careful driver--the bright, half-moon provides a delightful end to an evening of song and good food. Our last night as an IPS… Read more »
Africa: Explainer - Green Climate Fund Draft Negotiations At COP29
IPS
The Green Climate Fund (GCF) negotiations brought attention to the progress, challenges, and future strategies for enhancing its effectiveness in fostering a just and sustainable… Read more »
November 21
Africa: Hydrogen, Nuclear, and Green Zones - Bold Pledges At COP29
IPS
As the world intensifies its fight against climate change, the clean energy transition--shifting from fossil fuels to renewable sources--has become a linchpin for sustainable… Read more »
Africa: COP29 Countdown - Failure On Climate Finance 'Not an Option', Says Guterres
UN News
UN Secretary-General António Guterres made a strong call to action as COP29 approaches its crucial conclusion in Baku, imploring world leaders and negotiators on Thursday to… Read more »
Africa: Brazil Vows to Make COP30 a Catalyst for Climate Action and Biodiversity Celebration
IPS
As Brazil gears up to host COP30 in Belém next year, Moisés Savian, the country's Secretary of Land Governance, Territorial and Socio Environmental Development,… Read more »
Africa: COP29 - Climate Negotiation Drafts Are an Affront to Human Rights [press release]
AI London
Reacting to this morning's release of several draft decision texts at COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, Ann Harrison, Amnesty International's Climate Justice Advisor, said: Read more »
Zimbabwe: Japan Supports Climate Resilience and Sustainable Agriculture in Zimbabwe
WFP
The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) welcomes a contribution of US$ 5.1 million from the Government of Japan to support 37,000 climate-affected smallholder farmers across… Read more »
Africa: Who Should Pay for Climate Loss and Damage?
IPS
At the UN climate change conference in Baku (COP29), government officials are scrambling for an agreement on a new climate financial package. There is a well established consensus… Read more »
Africa: Making Artificial Intelligence Safe in Africa
Africa Renewal
Stakeholders call for balanced AI regulations to harness its potential for societal good Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Day At COP29 - Celebrating Diversity and Driving Climate Action
IPS
The Nigeria Pavilion came alive with vibrant colors, cultural pride, and meaningful discussions during the celebration of Nigeria Day this week at COP29. Read more »
Ghana: Healing Minds, Empowering Women - Ghana's Climate Change Battle
IPS
As climate change wreaks havoc across the globe, its effects are most acutely felt by those living in vulnerable coastal and rural communities. Read more »
Africa: Loss and Damage Still Stuck in the Mud [analysis]
ISS
Support for financing loss and damage isn't keeping pace with climate impacts in vulnerable countries. Read more »
