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By Philippe Benoit and David Sandalow Africa is caught in the crosshairs of climate change. Despite contributing just 3-5% of global carbon dioxide emissions, the continent will endure climate change’s destructive impact, including
Today, COP28 President-Designate Dr. Sultan Al Jaber addressed the UN Climate Ambition Summit in New York where he reminded the international community that “we are not powerless” to overcome the
By Wavel Ramkalawan For the people of Seychelles, the ocean is more than just a source of livelihood. It is also a way of life. About 80% of our homes and
The COP28 President-Designate Dr. Sultan Al Jaber has vowed that COP28 will drive international action on climate and health, with the first-ever Health Day and climate-health ministerial at a COP
The Africa Center in partnership with Global Citizen, Climate Action Platform Africa (CAP-A), and the Government of Kenya will host a discussion between Kenyan President William Ruto and World Trade
By Greg Nott – The Head of the Africa Practice at Norton Rose Fulbright and specialises in energy deals The inaugural Africa Climate Summit, convened by the African Union (AU)
By Aimable Twahirwa A group of young African startups made their presence known at the Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, hoping to play a big role in promoting home-grown climate-oriented
As African leaders gather in Nairobi to discuss the escalating climate crises, urgent action is mandatory to mitigate its effect on the whole world. The One Campaign is urging all
Search teams are scouring the streets, collapsed buildings, and even the sea for bodies after a catastrophic flood hit the northeastern coastal city of Derna. Authorities report that at least
The COP28 President-Designate, HE Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, announced today a UAE finance initiative that will provide US$4.5 billion to help unlock Africa’s clean energy potential. The announcement was made
By Joyce Chimbi To cool down a burning planet, Africa’s Head of State and Government at the inaugural Africa Climate Summit unveiled the ‘Nairobi Declaration’ as curtains fell on the inaugural
By Kennedy Mugochi As an African, I have seen first-hand the devastating effects of climate change. I have met communities displaced by floods in Malawi, Mozambique and Zimbabwe. I have spoken
As we prepare for the Africa Climate Summit, we, H.E. President of Kenya William Samoei Ruto, COP28 President-Designate Dr. Sultan Al Jaber and African Union Commission Chair Moussa Faki Mahamat
In a resounding call for international action, President William Ruto of Kenya addressed the inaugural Africa Climate Summit, underscoring the profound impact of climate change on Africa’s economic advancement. President
In a significant stride towards combatting climate change and promoting sustainable economic growth, an ambitious initiative to increase Africa’s carbon credit production by 19-fold before 2030 was announced at the
Africa.com’s Climate Change series in line with Africa Climate Week taking place from 4-8 September 2023 in Nairobi – Africa stands at the brink of a transformative energy shift, as the continent
Africa.com’s Climate Change series is in line with Africa Climate Week taking place from 4-8 September 2023 in Nairobi – As climate change continues to reshape the world, Africa finds itself on
Africa.com’s Climate Change series is in line with Africa Climate Week taking place from 4-8 September 2023 in Nairobi – Greenhouse gases have become a pivotal topic in the realm of environmental
Africa.com’s Climate Change series is in line with Africa Climate Week taking place from 4-8 September 2023 in Nairobi – In an era defined by the urgency of climate change, the African
Africa.com’s Climate Change series is in line with Africa Climate Week taking place from 4-8 September 2023 in Nairobi – The upcoming Africa Climate Summit, set to be convened by the African
Climate activists, anti-poverty campaigners and celebrity chefs are among those calling for an emergency meeting of world leaders on the global food crisis at the United Nations General Assembly in
The African Climate Foundation trusts that Africa Climate Week, organised in parallel to the first African Climate Summit, will deliver decisive and comprehensive action to address the critical issues of
Innovative finance imperative to unlock the social, economic, environmental, and risk reduction benefits of drought preparedness Preparing for droughts, instead of waiting until they strike, saves lives and livelihoods. Building
COP28 President-Designate Dr. Sultan Al Jaber has addressed the nineteenth session of the African Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN), sharing his vision and priorities for COP28, especially the need
