April 29
South Africa: Cape Rerouting Exposes South Africa's Maritime Blind Spots
More ships are rounding the Cape, but ports, policy and strategy are not yet built to turn the surge into lasting gain. Read more »
March 27
Africa: Can the Iran War Shift the Dial On Climate Action?
The war's impact on Africa will be profound - but lessons learnt could spur a rapid energy transition to a more peaceful continent. Read more »
March 19
Africa: Kenya's Chance to Redefine Africa's Role in Global Ocean Diplomacy
As host of the first Our Ocean Conference in Africa, Kenya could pursue a three-pronged strategy to achieve decisive ocean action. Read more »
March 03
South Africa: Johannesburg's Water Crisis Clouds Africa's Bold New Water Vision
The effects of Africa's richest city running dry would be disastrous for its residents, the country's economy, and the continent. Read more »
January 20
Africa: 2026 - Africa's Year to Turn Climate Ambition Into Action
Before global constraints become irreversible, countries must show how loss and damage can be measured and linked to development and debt. Read more »
January 14
Africa: African Cities Must Rise to Meet the Climate Crisis
African cities bear the brunt of climate impacts, and cannot afford to wait for international solidarity that may never come. Read more »
December 03, 2025
Africa: Southern Ocean and Antarctica - Correcting the Blind Spot On SA's Radar
Given its obligations in the region, South Africa is uniquely positioned to represent Africa's interests in Antarctic governance. Read more »
November 19, 2025
Somalia: Diving Hazards Put Somalia's Crustacean Fishermen in Deep Water
Declining crustacean stocks force local fishermen to use improvised diving gear at greater depths and further from shore. Read more »
November 04, 2025
Africa: Lake Chad Basin - Repeated Flooding Weakens an Already Stricken Region
Better water retention infrastructure would enable communities to withstand the region's many security and developmental challenges. Read more »
October 28, 2025
Africa: Saving the Pancake Tortoise - a 'Living Emblem' of Kenya's Natural Heritage
These beautifully patterned creatures face extinction due to habitat loss, land clearance, the illegal pet trade and climate change. Read more »
October 23, 2025
Africa: Ant Traffickers in Kenya Expose Gaps in Biodiversity Protection
The illegal trade in giant African harvester ants endangers local biodiversity and could spread invasive species in destination countries. Read more »
October 14, 2025
Africa: Water Wars - Has GERD Reset Africa's Hydropolitics?
Water scarcity in Africa is a crisis, and the GERD conflict shows why mutually beneficial cooperation agreements are vital. Read more »
October 09, 2025
Africa: Can Africa Shift From Victim to Player At COP30?
Shaping global climate diplomacy requires strategic thinking and a new script during the upcoming COP30 negotiations. Read more »
September 24, 2025
Africa: As the High Seas Treaty Takes Effect, Africa Can Help Chart Its Course
Africa's role in shaping the BBNJ Treaty shows how multilateralism can pave the way for equitable global ocean governance. Read more »
September 16, 2025
Africa: With Three Bold Moves, Maritime Security in Africa Could Be Plain Sailing
Maritime issues are on the African Union's radar, but member states must push for a shift from ambition to action. Read more »
August 20, 2025
Africa: G20 Can Bridge Opposing Power Blocks Through Climate Action
Could Africa's first G20 bring like-minded G7 and BRICS+ members together to accelerate climate action? Read more »
August 14, 2025
Africa: ICJ Climate Opinion Shows the Power of Youth and Global South Solidarity
The unanimous decision clarifies governments' obligations and provides a precedent for African human rights-based cases. Read more »
July 30, 2025
Africa: Africa Must Ride the High Seas Treaty Wave
Having shaped the treaty, Africa must capitalise on recent global momentum to benefit from a new era in ocean governance. Read more »
July 24, 2025
South Sudan: Soldiers and Smugglers Strip South Sudan's Valuable Teak Forests
East African countries should invest in DNA databases and electronic wood tracking to help preserve South Sudan's 'king of woods.' Read more »
July 03, 2025
Africa: COP30's Uphill Battle to Shift From Gender Rhetoric to Action
Gender-responsive policy is vital for climate resilience, but that requires actionable and better resourced plans. Read more »
June 27, 2025
Africa: Africa Must Not Miss the Boat On the WTO Fishing Subsidies Deal
Despite the high cost of illegal fishing, only a third of African countries have signed the landmark agreement that will soon take effect. Read more »
June 23, 2025
West Africa: Violent Extremism Erodes Local Climate Resilience in the Sahel
Jihadist groups and militarised counter-terrorism responses have weakened traditional approaches to resolving climate disputes. Read more »
