August 05, 2022
Africa: Why Is the Anglican Church Torn Over Same-Sex Relationships?
The Anglican Communion's first global meeting for 14 years is overshadowed by row over same-sex marriage. Read more »
August 02, 2022
Africa: As Online Hate Speech Hits Africa, Social Media Firms Told to Act
Social media used to be a source of light entertainment for Nora, a 47-year-old Zimbabwean domestic worker living in South Africa. But lately, it has become a source of fear. Read more »
August 01, 2022
Africa: We Need a Clearer Roadmap to a Resilient Food System #AfricaClimateCrisis
As climate change hits farmers and those who depend on them, creating a smarter food system is now critical Read more »
July 27, 2022
Africa: Governments, Don't Shut Down the Internet
Internet shutdowns are never a proportionate measure, with disastrous consequences for virtually every economic sector, as well as end-users. Read more »
Africa: Millions At Risk As Covid-19 and Ukraine War Threaten HIV/Aids Gains
Progress in cutting global infections is slowing and backsliding in some regions, said UNAIDS Read more »
July 22, 2022
Africa: Inflation Triggers Chaos - Will Tunisia and Kenya Be Next?
Soaring living costs are triggering protests worldwide. After Sri Lanka, which countries might be next? Read more »
July 21, 2022
East Africa: Will Climate Change Make Global Instability Even Worse?
Climate hazards such as heatwaves and droughts could exacerbate security risks worldwide, says new report by Verisk Maplecroft Read more »
July 22, 2022
Africa: Women Should Not Be Propping Up Healthcare Systems Without Proper Pay
Woman health workers are the backbone of medical care across much of the world, so why are they treated so poorly? Read more »
July 21, 2022
Africa: If Britain Is Serious About Ending Trafficking, We Must Learn From Mo Farah
The UK government's response to Olympic champion's case is welcome, but we must learn how to treat those with no public platform with as much understanding Read more »
July 20, 2022
Africa: EU Protection for Indigenous Land Rights Needed to Help Stem Forest Loss aa_headline
The European Union is moving towards regulation that will require companies to respect the rights of Indigenous peoples in their value chains, helping curb forest loss Read more »
July 18, 2022
Africa: As 1.5C Warming Limit Nears, Interest in Sun-Dimming Tech Heats Up
Climate-cooling technology, which mimics the sky-darkening effect of volcanic eruptions, could help rein in global heating and its impacts, say backers, but critics warn it also… Read more »
Africa: Why Is It So Hot? Climate Change Is Here
Heat is the clearest signal of climate change - and deadly heat will get even worse over the next 30 years as we struggle to act Read more »
July 19, 2022
Africa: Africans Turn to Crypto As Charity Funding Dwindles
African activists are turning to cryptocurrency and NFTs to plug funding gaps in education, energy, healthcare, housing and jobs Read more »
July 13, 2022
Africa: Startups Eye Metaverse, NFTs, to Solve Continent's Economic Woes
Afropolitan, a pan-African digital nation selling NFTs as passports, says it wants to solve African governance issues Read more »
Africa: Elon Musk and Twitter Are At War Over Bots - Here's Why They Matter
Musk has terminated his $44 billion Twitter buyout deal, citing doubts over bot info. But what are bots, and are they all bad? Read more »
Africa: The UN General Assembly Must Back the Right to a Healthy Environment
Recognition of the right to a healthy environment by the UN General Assembly elevates the right to where it belongs: universal recognition Read more »
July 12, 2022
Africa: Can an EU Law Save Children From Harmful Content Online?
The Digital Services Act will crack down on targeted ads and content to better protect children from harmful content on social media Read more »
July 11, 2022
Africa: To Beat Rising Hunger, Africa Needs a Sustainable Food Business
Inefficient markets and limited access to finance and services often lead to waste and loss - but support for small businesses can build local supply chains Read more »
July 05, 2022
Africa: Companies From Developing Markets Are Crucial to Meet Sustainable Development Goals
If we're serious about achieving these goals, we must pay more attention to companies from emerging and developing economies as their impact is ever growing. Read more »
June 30, 2022
Africa: The Glare of Pride Can Alienate Those Facing Ongoing Violence and Oppression
Pride isn't a celebration for everyone. For those living alongside the threat of violence, attending an event can be an act of extraordinary bravery Read more »
June 28, 2022
Africa: As Smartphone Use Grows, Users' Trust Wanes
While mobile phone usage has grown consistently, there are also rising concerns about the risk of spam, fraud, and the lack of privacy Read more »
June 27, 2022
Africa: Green Groups Fear Failure On New Global Biodiversity Pact After Sluggish Talks
Lack of progress at Nairobi talks aimed at brokering a global nature deal leave environmentalists frustrated, with much to do ahead of the make-or-break COP15 in December Read more »
June 23, 2022
Africa: Indigenous Peoples Warn of Global Delay On Forest Protection Push #AfricaClimateCrisis
From the Amazon rainforest to Indonesia, indigenous groups see little progress on protecting forests since COP26 climate summit Read more »
Africa: Energy Charter Treaty Under Fire Over Threat to Global Climate Action
Governments are due to agree reforms to a treaty that allows energy companies to sue states for lost profits and could be used to claim damages if they move to phase out fossil… Read more »
June 22, 2022
Africa: Trans Athletes Participation in Sport - What's the Debate?
Trans women have been barred from competing in female categories for elite-level swimming and rugby league fixtures, with the prospect of other sports like athletics following… Read more »