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 »
November 22
Africa: Intimidation And Abuses Fuel Fears Of Prince Harry Charity Investigation 'Whitewash'
Survival International
Campaigners have voiced concerns that an investigation into African Parks, the charity whose figurehead is Prince Harry, may result in a whitewash. 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 »
South Africa: Promise Mabilo's Child Has Asthma. She Is Fighting for Cleaner Air in Mpumalanga
GroundUp
"Living in Emalahleni is like living in a closed bottle. It's difficult to breathe." Read more »
South Africa: Security Guards Shot While Escorting Garbage Collectors in Cape Town
GroundUp
One is in critical condition Read more »
Kenya: Plastic-Eating Mealworms Found in Kenya Offer Hope for Waste Crisis
RFI
Kenyan scientists have discovered that a native mealworm can eat and break down polystyrene - a breakthrough that could help tackle the continent's growing plastic waste crisis. Read more »
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Africa: COP29 - Lack of Clean Cooking Access Poses Deadly Risks for Millions in Africa, Leaders Urge Action
African Development Bank (AfDB)
African policymakers and international partners meeting at this year's UN Climate Change Conference, COP29 on Tuesday highlighted the urgent crisis posed by lack of access to clean… 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 »
November 21
South Africa: Ministry Confirms No Restriction On Amount of Sewage Cape Town May Pump Out to Sea
GroundUp
Clarity given after City's claim that it is still limited by historic licence conditions Read more »
Kenya: Duale Demands More Interdictions Over Lunga Lunga Incident
Capital FM
Environment Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has ordered the immediate suspension of all Kenya Forest Service (KFS) rangers involved in the assault of a man collecting firewood in… Read more »
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 »
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Africa: African Leaders Welcome Launch of African Development Bank's Technical Assistance Facility to Unlock Climate Finance for Vulnerable Regions
African Development Bank (AfDB)
In a major step to address Africa's climate finance gap, the African Development Bank Group has launched a new funding call that will transform the development of climate projects… 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 »
South Africa: Khayelitsha Residents Up in Arms Over Poor Sanitation and 'Crumbling' Homes
GroundUp
SANCO also wants the City of Cape Town and not national government to be responsible for helping fire victims 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 »
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Africa: COP29 - Mdbs Double Down On Climate Goals With New Financing and Impact Frameworks
African Development Bank (AfDB)
Multilateral development banks (MDBs) today issued a joint statement at COP29 in Baku outlining financial support and other measures for countries to achieve ambitious climate… 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 »
Africa: It's a Deal - Wealthy Nations Pledge Not to Build New Unabated Coal-Power Plants
IPS
Of all fossil fuels, coal has had the most serious and long-term effects on global warming. When burnt, coal releases more carbon dioxide than oil and gas, producing an estimated… Read more »
Africa: Signs of Things to Come As COP29 Presidency Releases New Draft Text
IPS
Today the COP29 Presidency released a much-awaited new draft text as the end draws near. Read more »
Nigeria: COP29 - New Funding Proposal for Developing Countries Sparks Debate Amidst Huge Disparity
Premium Times
With less than 48 hours to the end of the COP negotiations in Baku, Parties and delegations from Global South are gunning for a $1.3 trillion new annual climate finance target,… Read more »
