September 06, 2023
Africa: ACS23's Nairobi Declaration Calls for Decarbonization, Multilateral Finance Reform
The Africa Climate Summit has adopted a Nairobi Declaration calling for decarbonization and a just multilateral finance architecture as the world races to combat climate change. Read more »
Africa: Continent Roots for Global Carbon Taxation Regime to Combat Climate Crisis
African leaders have called on the international community to rally behind the proposal for a global carbon taxation regime aimed at addressing the escalating climate crisis. Read more »
Africa: Boost for African Startups As AfDB Unveils Sh146.05 Billion for Climate Projects
Kenyan and other African countries youth startups will access funds from the African Development Bank (AfDB) to fund climate-focused projects. Read more »
Africa: Wetangula Roots for Africa-Led Legislative Efforts to Combat Climate Change
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has urged African parliamentarians to demonstrate unwavering patriotism when dealing with climate issues. Read more »
Africa: Africa to Champion Climate Action for Sustainable Growth
African Heads of State and Government have agreed to lead the way in finding sustainable solutions to the climate crisis. The leaders observed that climate change and Africa's… Read more »
September 05, 2023
Africa: Africa Suffering 5-15% GDP Decline Annually Over Climate Change - Ruto
The adverse effects of climate change are costing African countries up to fifteen per cent Gross Domestic Product (GDP) annually, President William Ruto said on Tuesday as he… Read more »
Africa: Suluhu Rallies African States to Lobby for Climate Fund Ahead of COP28
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu has called on African countries to join forces in lobbying for the establishment of a special fund to tackle climate crises in the continent in the… Read more »
Africa: Guterres, 24 Heads of State Join Delegates at Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi
As the Africa Climate Summit gathered pace in Kenya's capital Nairobi, host President William Ruto has defined Africa as a powerhouse of untapped potential and a continent that is… Read more »
September 04, 2023
Africa: Activists Protest Against Africa Climate Summit - Less Talk, More Action for Climate Change
Activists staged street demonstrations in Nairobi Monday to protest against Africa Climate Summit, saying it is too much talk with no action. Read more »
Africa: Africa's Journey Towards Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions Begins in Kenya
As African leaders converge in Nairobi to explore ways to reduce greenhouse gas emission during the week-long Africa Climate Summit, Kenya has a head-start in leading the path to… Read more »
Africa: UNICEF Report Underscores Need for Teachers to Get Training Dealing With Children With Disabilities
A report by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has called on African countries to prioritise the training of all teachers to deal with children with disabilities. Read more »
Africa: Africa Must Position Itself to Exploit Climate Action Opportunities - President Ruto
President Ruto has urged African governments to increase their investments in green opportunities to unlock the continent's potential. Read more »
Africa: Calls for Change in Africa's Narrative as Climate Summit Kicks Off in Kenya
As African leaders gather in Nairobi to discuss the escalating climate crises, urgent action is mandatory to mitigate its effect on the whole world. Read more »
Africa: Accelerating Adoption of Sustainable Mobility Ahead of Africa Climate Summit
Ahead of the inaugural Africa Climate Summit (ACS), Africa is poised to take a giant leap forward in the realm of clean, affordable, and accessible mobility with Rall_E, an… Read more »
Africa: Ban Ki-Moon Urges Tripling of Climate Financing to Mitigate Crisis in Africa
Former United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has called for re-calibration of climate financing to "the correct level of support" in a bid to avert a crisis in Africa. Read more »
September 03, 2023
Africa: Guterres Urges Global Youth to Lead Climate Advocacy Efforts #AfricaClimateHope
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called on the youth from across the globe to take the lead in pushing for solutions to climate change. Read more »
September 04, 2023
Africa: President Ruto Urges States to Safeguard Against Regressing Into Coup Era
President William Ruto has urged African states to safeguard the continent from regressing into the era of military coups and dictatorship. Read more »
Africa: New UK Projects Announced to Fight Climate Change in Africa
New UK-backed projects worth £49 million will be announced at the inaugural Africa Climate Summit, hosted by Kenya from 4-6 September. Read more »
Africa: Children Most Vulnerable to Climate Crisis
The United Nations Children's Fund is calling for action to guarantee the right of children in Africa to live in a safe and healthy environment. Read more »
September 03, 2023
Africa: Zimbabwe to Lock Out Envoys Whose Presidents Skip Mnangagwa's Swearing-In
Zimbabwe has limited admission of foreign envoys attending President Emmerson Mnangagwa's inauguration to those accompanying their respective Heads of State. Read more »
August 24, 2023
Africa: The END Fund Appoints Tsitsi Masiyiwa as New Board Chair
The END Fund, a collaborative philanthropic fund dedicated to ending neglected tropical diseases (NTDs), today announced the appointment of Tsitsi Masiyiwa as the new Board Chair. Read more »
August 17, 2023
Africa: Derisking Continent Will Raise Investor Confidence, President Ruto Says
President William Ruto has said reforms in the international financial system will help boost investor confidence in Africa. Read more »
August 09, 2023
Africa: Speaker Wetangula Urges Egypt to Support Africa Free Trade to Achieve Set Targets
The National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula today appealed Egypt to rally behind the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), an agreement that seeks to establish an… Read more »
Africa: Mudavadi Urges Africa to Reverse Dismal Performance of Coffee Sector
Kenya has prioritized coffee as one of the quick turnaround key subsectors in economic development, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi has said. Read more »
August 01, 2023
Africa: Ongare Leads Kenya's Medal Charge On Day Five of Africa Boxing Champs
Kenya's Christine Ongare will be in action later Tuesday as she takes to the ring against Cameroon's Christine Bengono Akoa in a minimum weight bout at the ongoing Africa Men and… Read more »