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Africa’s Climate Ambition Exceeds Available Funding
African governments are moving rapidly to strengthen their defenses against climate change, yet a critical gap between planning and resources threatens to turn ambitious policies into unfunded promises. A major new assessment reveals how policy...
Owner: Roger Agambire Agana
African penguin population declines by around 8% each year: CapeNature
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Eye Witness News
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The African penguin population has been declining by around 8% each year, with fewer than 8,700 breeding pairs remaining in South Africa. That’s according to CapeNature, which is partnering with SANCCOB for the annual Penguin Palooza, taking place...
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Africa Intelligence Brief - October 17, 2025
(MENAFN- The Rio Times) Cairo advanced“day-after” Gaza planning and contractor pre-qualification. Morocco's OCP deepened its partnerships with India across the phosphate value chain. Nigeria activated rules to guarantee domestic crude for local...
Owner: Abdel Rehim Ali & Hani Jabsheh
Kenya to host conference linking climate change and health
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The Standard
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NEMA acting Director of Environmental Services Dr Charles Lange. [Juliet Omelo, Standard] Kenya is set to host the first-ever Pan-African Conference on Environment, Climate Change and Health from October 21 to 24, 2025, in Nairobi. The meeting,...
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Drought, sand storms, evacuations: How Iran’s climate crisis gets ignored
Despite a ceasefire ending a brief Iran-Israel war, international media remains focused on conflict, ignoring Iran’s worsening environmental crisis. Severe drought, subsidence, pollution, and mismanagement threaten millions, yet coverage remains...
Owner: K. Chandrasekhar Rao
‘Reduce, reuse, recycle’ is corporate gaslighting – the real change must come from the fossil fuel industry
“Reduce, reuse, recycle.” For more than 50 years, those three Rs have been the world’s go-to environmental mantra. On the face of it, the three Rs sound like an empowering call for each of us to play our part for the planet. However, the...
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South African insurance sector shows resilience amid economic headwins, report says
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IOL
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The South African insurance sector has not only sustained its performance but has built upon the robust outcomes recorded in 2023, demonstrating a remarkable degree of resilience amid persistent economic headwinds. This is the central finding of...
Owner: Iqbal Survé, Chinese Government & South African Government
First ever large-scale climate funding targets low-emission, climate-resilient dairy systems in East Africa
A landmark six-year programme to build a climate-resilient and low-emission dairy sector is now underway across East Africa. The Dairy Interventions for Mitigation and Adaptation (DaIMA) programme, led by the International Fund for Agricultural...
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Turkey-Africa Fourm to boost collaboration between two nations
(MENAFN) The Fifth Türkiye-Africa Business and Economic Forum released a joint statement on Friday highlighting the need to enhance collaboration and partnerships across diverse sectors. Held in Istanbul from October 17 to 18 under the theme...
Owner: Abdel Rehim Ali & Hani Jabsheh
Day of National Prayer, Fasting and Reconciliation, Lessons from South Africa and Ethiopia
Day of National Prayer, Fasting and Reconciliation, Lessons from South Africa and Ethiopia Amb. Emmanuel Mwamba Wrote; When I moved to South Africa as Zambia’s High Commissioner, I was shocked to learn of the in-fighting, polarisation and divisive...
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Diwali lights up South Africa with joy and reflection
ON DIWALI, homes, temples, and communities across South Africa will glow with the warmth and brilliance of Diwali, the Festival of Lights. From Chatsworth and Phoenix in Durban to Lenasia in Johannesburg and Rylands in Cape Town, families mark...
Owner: Iqbal Survé
Shaping Climate Solutions
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The Rising Nepal
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Young Africans are tackling the climate crisis with creativity and determination. Across the continent, they are developing practical solutions that respond directly to local needs while demanding a stronger role in shaping policy. In Botswana,...
Owner: Nepali Government
CHOGM in Samoa a chance for member states to witness the effect of Climate change
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Pacific News Service
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By Pita Ligaiula in Luanda, Angola Samoa’s hosting the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in 2024 is an opportunity for the island nation to showcase to the world the effect of climate change facing the Pacific. CHOGM will bring...
Owner: The Pacific Islands News Association Ltd
PREVIEW: Remo Stars, Mamelodi Sundowns renew Nigeria–South Africa rivalry
Barely five days after South Africa snatched the final automatic ticket to the 2026 FIFA World Cup ahead of Nigeria on the last day of the qualifiers, the football rivalry between both nations is set for another chapter — this time on the club...
Owner: Dapo Olorunyomi
Disaster teams on alert following KZN weather warnings
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East Coast Radio
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The department’s added that even though storm warnings ended on Saturday, the centre will continue to monitor weather conditions throughout the weekend. Warnings were triggered by a severe thunderstorm alert in the western region, and damaging...
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Nigerian, Dr Musa emerges All Africa Youths Forum’s President
Politics ABUBAKAR Musa, a former National Coordinator, Nigeria Young Famers Network (NYFN), has been appointed as the Global President, All Africa Youth Forum, AAYF . Musa, who is also the President ,Coalition of Farmers Association of Nigeria...
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Madagascar’s military power grab shows Africa’s coup problem isn’t restricted to Sahel region
Madagascar’s 2025 military coup, led by Col. Randrianirina, reflects rising coup risk across Africa. Despite global declines, coups remain common on the continent due to poverty, weak institutions, and eroding anti-coup norms, emboldening future...
Owner: K. Chandrasekhar Rao
ADHERE: China’s stable economic performance good news for Africa
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Star
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An aerial drone photo taken on April 25, 2025 shows a cargo ship navigating at Tianjin Port in north China's Tianjin. (Xinhua/Zhao Zishuo)China's economy continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience and dynamism, even as it navigates a complex...
Owner: Tshepo Mahloele
Sundowns not worried about hot weather in Nigeria
Betway Premiership champions Mamelodi Sundowns begin their CAF Champions League in West Africa. The first test is in Nigeria this evening to face Remo Stars in the second preliminary round at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta. Kick-off is set for...
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Rwanda, Uganda, Ethiopia, Benin, and Ivory Coast Lead Africa’s Economic Renaissance
IMF Highlights Strategic Reforms and Infrastructure Investments Driving Growth Amid Global Challenges In a significant shift in Africa’s economic landscape, Rwanda, Uganda, Ethiopia, Benin, and Ivory Coast have emerged as the continent’s...