June 26
Nigeria: 'Zoos, Conservatories, Important to Biodiversity Conservation'
Daily Trust
The Conservator General of National Parks Service, Dr. Ibrahim Goni has said that zoos and conservatories are important to biodiversity conservation in Nigeria. Read more »
Nigeria: Savannah Launches Environmental Awareness Clubs in Akwa Ibom Secondary Schools
This Day
Savannah Energy PLC, the British independent energy company focused on delivering projects that matter, has launched Environmental Awareness Clubs (EAC) in 20 public secondary… Read more »
Liberia: Nafaa Urged to Reconsider Plans for Industrial Shrimp
New Dawn
LAFA has suggested the need to manage Liberia's marine resources sustainably and protect them from destructive industrial fishing methods, such as industrial bottom trawling. Read more »
Zimbabwe: New Roads, Sewer Systems, Water for Informal Settlements
The Herald
The Government has partnered with the private sector to co-fund the Presidential Title Deeds and Settlement Regularisation Programme, ensuring that essential services like roads,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Council Admits Failure On Refuse Collection, Seeks Govt Intervention
The Herald
The Harare City Council has admitted to failing residents on refuse collection and has since transferred the responsibility to the Ministry of Local Government and Public Works. Read more »
June 25
Angola: Central Huíla Province Records Another Earthquake
ANGOP
At least 21 schoolgirls were admitted to the hospital emergency room on Tuesday in Caconda municipality, central Huíla province, after an earthquake was registered at 7.40… Read more »
South Africa: National Health Lab Hacked, Patient Data 'Safe' - South African News Briefs - June 26, 2024
allAfrica
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Africa: Blue Carbon Markets - Africa Must Carefully Balance Risks and Rewards [analysis]
ISS
Africa's productive blue carbon ecosystems offer climate mitigation solutions, but countries must guard against the exploitation of local communities. Read more »
Africa: The Greatest Land Mammal Migration On Earth Is Taking Place - and It's Not the Serengeti [analysis]
Daily Maverick
In an area you've probably never heard of, the largest movement of land mammals on the planet is under way. Read more »
Africa: Maths Makes Finding Bat Roosts Much Easier, Our Research Shows [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Finding bats is hard. They are small, fast and they primarily fly at night. Read more »
East Africa: East African Community Conference in Mogadishu Explores Climate Change Impact and Regional Integration
Shabelle
The second day of the East African Community (EAC) Conference in Mogadishu, Somalia, saw a significant focus on the impact of climate change in the Horn of Africa and the wider… Read more »
Nigeria: Kaduna Moves to Mitigate Flooding Predicted By Nimet
Daily Trust
Kaduna State Governor, Senator Uba Sani, has directed stakeholders to come up with the best way to mitigate the potential impact of flooding in areas identified by the Nigerian… Read more »
Africa: Aviation Emission Reduction Efforts Face High Costs, Production Hurdles
Business Day Africa
Efforts to cut carbon dioxide emissions in the aviation industry by using sustainable fuel face significant challenges, primarily due to high costs and market uncertainties… Read more »
Nigeria: Oyo Govt Takes Steps to Prevent Cholera Outbreak in Primary Schools
Premium Times
As part of preventive measures, the government will regularly conduct comprehensive health talks on safe drinking water practices and cholera prevention among learners and staff. Read more »
Uganda: New Military Taskforce Take On Climate Change, Environmental Security
Nile Post
The Ministry of Defence and Veteran Affairs has launched a taskforce to formulate a comprehensive Climate Change and Environmental Security Strategy. Read more »
Nigeria: MPC Member Urges Govt to Take Urgent Action to Derisk Investment Climate Amid Outlows
This Day
A member of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), Dr. Aloysius Uche Ordu, has said the country needed urgent action to scale up improvements in overall… Read more »
Ethiopia: National Workshop On Tackling Impact of Pollution Underway
ENA
A two-day national workshop aimed at finding ways to tackling environmental pollution opened in Addis Ababa today. Read more »
Liberia: Over 11,500 Residents Benefit From Sanitation Facilities in Bong
New Dawn
Over 11,500 schoolchildren in Bong County have benefited from modern sanitation facilities and hand pumps. Read more »
Nigeria: Plateau - Langtang-Shendam Bridge Collapses After Heavy Downpour
Daily Trust
A bridge in Tukung village, Shendam Local Government Area of Plateau State collapsed on Monday morning following a heavy rainfall in the area. Read more »
Nigeria: Flooding - Ebonyi Govt Builds IDPs' Camps, Stockpiles Food
Leadership
Ebonyi State government said that Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) Camps have been built and food stocked to ensure adequate provision for any eventuality as the state witnesses… Read more »
Nigeria: Flood Sweeps Away 16-Year-Old Boy in Ogun
Daily Trust
A 16-year-old boy has reportedly died after being swept away by flood in Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State. Read more »
Nigeria: SEC Urges Businesses to Adopt Sustainable, Climate-Friendly Solutions
Daily Trust
The Director General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has stated that the principles of sustainable finance, opens a new vista for all market… Read more »
Nigeria: APM Terminals Recycles Used Tyres Into Footwear
Daily Trust
Determined to reduce the volume of used tyres littering the Lagos metropolis, transport and logistics giant, APM Terminals, have started recycling its discarded tyres into casual… Read more »
Nigeria: Flood Submerges Trademore Estate in Abuja
Daily Trust
Panic yesterday gripped residents of Trademore Estate in Lugbe after a heavy rainfall in the nation's capital which flooded many parts of the estate. Read more »
June 24
Uganda: Uganda Grapples With Clean Water Crisis - Large Swathes of Country Still Deprived
Nile Post
Despite ongoing efforts to improve access to clean water, millions of Ugandans continue to suffer from water scarcity, particularly in rural regions. Recent data highlights a stark… Read more »