April 29
Africa: Heat and Cold Alter How Animals Fight Disease. As the Climate Changes, This Knowledge May Be Vital [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Each animal species has an optimal temperature at which it can metabolise food and its immune system can best fight off pathogens. Read more »
Uganda: Flood Victims Storm Naguru Police Headquarters Over Delayed Compensation
Nile Post
Traders affected by last year's devastating floods in Kampala on Wednesday converged at the Naguru Police Headquarters, demanding government intervention over delayed compensation. Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi Residents Warned of Growing Flood Risks
Capital FM
Residents of Nairobi are being warned of increased flood risks as heavy rains push water levels higher in major rivers cutting through the city. Read more »
South Africa: Cape Rerouting Exposes South Africa's Maritime Blind Spots [analysis]
ISS
More ships are rounding the Cape, but ports, policy and strategy are not yet built to turn the surge into lasting gain. Read more »
Namibia: Windhoek Eyes New Water Recycling Plant as Demand, Costs Rise
New Era
The City of Windhoek is planning a major expansion of its water reclamation capacity to secure long-term supply amid rising demand, climate uncertainty and increasing… Read more »
Kenya: Mudavadi Says Kenya Committed to Wildlife Conservation
Capital FM
Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs Dr. Musalia Mudavadi, has described the repatriation of the critically endangered Mountain Bongo as a… Read more »
South Africa: Joburg Mom Faces Bankruptcy Over R2.9-Million Water Bill
GroundUp
Experts say a leak this size on her property is unlikely, while the City insists on 50% payment before engaging in dispute resolution Read more »
Seychelles: Seychelles' Blue Bond - Turning Ocean Vision Into Action
IPS
As the world prepares for the Global Environment Facility (GEF) meeting in Samarkand next month, Seychelles' pioneering blue bond offers a compelling lesson in practical ocean… Read more »
Africa: Climate-Driven Disruptions to Education in Africa Raise Protection Risks for Millions of Children
IPS
The escalating global climate crisis has led to an increase in the frequency of climate-induced natural disasters, affecting millions worldwide. As governments struggle to keep up… Read more »
Tanzania: Low Women Participation Weakens Climate Solutions
Daily News
LOW participation of women in decision-making on resource management, environmental policies and climate change has limited their ability to contribute to solutions, despite being… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Police Launch Nationwide Blitz As Stolen Meat Floods Markets
New Zimbabwe
Discover moreZimbabwe tourism packagesFinancial planning servicesTravel insurance ZimbabweStolen meat is flooding informal markets and even making its way into formal retail… Read more »
Nigeria: UNDP, NAICOM to Scale Lagos Flood Risk Insurance Model, Handle Climatic Change Risks
This Day
The United Nations Development Programme(UNDP), has said that it would help Nigerian Insurance sector through implementation of some insurance business enhancing initiatives such… Read more »
April 28
Somalia: Somalia Vows Stronger Protection for Commercial Shipping Amid Maritime Security Concerns
Shabelle
Somalia has pledged to strengthen security for commercial vessels passing along its coastline as concerns grow over the safety of key international shipping routes, officials said… Read more »
South Africa: The Mystery of the Chinese Trawlers Arrested At Sea
GroundUp
Four offences seem to have been committed but only one fine was imposed by the fisheries department Read more »
South Africa: South Africa Wastes 10 Million Tons of Food, But One Organisation Races to Save It
allAfrica
In a warehouse on the outskirts of Cape Town, crates of packaged food, carrots and canned goods move quickly from pallets to plates. Stacked high against the walls, food that might… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Illegal Vendors Undermine Harare Cleanup Efforts, Parliament Told
263Chat
Illegal street vending is undermining efforts to clean up Harare's central business district, Geo Pomona chairman Delish Nguwaya told the Climate Change Thematic Parliamentary… Read more »
South Africa: Level 2 Warning for the Eastern Cape
SAnews.gov.za
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued Yellow Level 2 warnings for damaging winds and waves in the Eastern Cape. Read more »
Africa: Delving into One Health's Vision to Better Protect People, Animals and the Planet from Future Health Crises [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Climate-sensitive diseases and zoonoses, antimicrobial resistance (AMR), sustainable food systems and exposure to pollution - the main factors fuelling infectious and… Read more »
Nigeria: Study Reveals Waste Crisis, Opportunities for Reform in Lagos' Ajegunle Community
Premium Times
The study, conducted by the African Cities Research Consortium, Rethinking Cities and the Centre for Housing and Sustainable Development, found that poor waste disposal practices… Read more »
Kenya: Guinness World Record Holder to Lead Historic 24-Hour Mangrove Restoration Drive in Mombasa
Capital FM
Kenya is set to host a landmark environmental initiative as a Guinness World Record holder spearheads a massive mangrove restoration campaign along the coast. Read more »
Ethiopia: UNECA Chief Praises Ethiopia's Climate Action, Urges Stronger Efforts Across Africa
ENA
United Nations Economic Commission for Africa Executive Secretary Claver Gatete has lauded Ethiopia's leadership and ambitious climate actions, highlighting the country as a model… Read more »
Mauritius: Climate Change - Water and Energy, Challenges of a Twin Crisis
L'Express
Mauritius faces two converging pressures - water scarcity and energy insecurity - both intensified by climate change and already visible in rising temperatures, erratic rainfall,… Read more »
South Africa: Climate Change Hits South African Women Unevenly - Why Race, Class, Age and Power Matter [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
As heat, floods and drought intensify, governments, donors and cities rely on climate risk assessments to decide who gets support and where money goes. A climate risk assessment… Read more »
Ghana: Lions, Leos Mark Environment Month With E-Waste Campaign
Ghanaian Times
Members of the Lions and Leo clubs have undertaken a month-long e-waste awareness campaign to mark Environment Month in April. Read more »
Tanzania: Singida Water Crisis Set for Relief Under 46bn/ - Project
Daily News
THE government has said the water govt plan project covering 38 streets in Singida Municipality is part of the broader Small Towns Water Supply Project being implemented in 28… Read more »
