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Zanzibar’s blue economy faces severe risks from climate change, impacting fisheries and tourism, which support two-thirds of its population. Coral reef destruction and erratic weather patterns threaten food security. Immediate …
Climate Change Threatens Zanzibar’s Blue Economy: Urgent Action Needed Read More
Ethiopia’s parliament has introduced a new tax to compensate for a pause in USAID funding, creating a Disaster Risk Response Fund to finance critical projects. The tax will apply to …
Ethiopia Establishes New Tax to Address Financial Gap After USAID Funding Pause Read More
This article discusses Nigeria’s pressing water crisis, highlighting the challenges of inadequate infrastructure and rapid population growth leading to unsustainable water management. Despite abundant resources, millions lack access to clean …
Averting Water Crisis in Nigeria: Sustainable Solutions and Challenges Read More
An acid leak from a Chinese-operated copper mine in Zambia has resulted in significant river pollution, threatening the health of millions. The incident, caused by a dam collapse, has prompted …
Zambia Faces Environmental Crisis Following Acid Leak at Chinese Mine Read More
The Kawa fund launched in Brazil aims to raise 1 billion reais ($176 million) to provide loans to small cocoa producers. It will initially support 1,200 growers with 30 million …
Kawa Fund Established in Brazil to Support Small Cocoa Producers Read More
Africa is rich in untapped potential, facing significant economic challenges despite having vast opportunities across various sectors including agribusiness, manufacturing, technology, logistics, renewable energy, and tourism. A shift in mindset, …
Unlocking Africa’s Billion-Dollar Opportunities: A Call to Action Read More
The Green Africa Youth Organization, co-founded by Lisa Abdellah and Joshua Amponsem, aims to address Ghana’s waste crisis through community education and innovative practices. The organization promotes a zero-waste lifestyle, …
Green Africa Youth Organization: Tackling Waste Challenges in Ghana Read More
A coalition of water justice organizations has attributed Nigeria’s water shortage to inadequate funding of water utilities. Their report, “Dry Taps: A Damning Verdict on the State of Water Utilities …
Addressing Water Scarcity in Nigeria: A Call for Government Action Read More
South Africa is considering a VAT increase proposed by Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana, impacting low-income households amid rising living costs. This increase may raise VAT to 16% by 2026/27, affecting …
South Africa Considers VAT Increase Amid Economic Challenges Read More
The Oxfam report reveals that Eastern and Southern Africa faces a worsening water crisis, with hunger rising by 80% and 116 million people lacking safe drinking water. Extreme weather events …
Impact of Climate Crisis on Water Scarcity and Food Security in Africa Read More