Climate change in Africa News

[Premium Times] It is time for our elites to realise that fighting inequality on all fronts - health, climate and tax - is our only way out. Otherwise, there is no salvation for humanity - and it is no longer a hyperbole.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The government will no longer distribute food to families in drought-stricken areas, but will instead provide them with Sh3,000 monthly stipend.

[Greenpeace] Today, Greenpeace Africa demanded more climate action from the South African government. Activists gathered in Gandhi Square to display a banner that read: "Government, All Eyes On You!" The organisation is calling for the South African government to use the recently approved just transition partnership, valued at R131 billion, to fast track the implementation of a just transition in South Africa.

[This is Africa] The Bidii na Kazi women cooperative, a gender-responsive sustainable agriculture project is generating income for scores of women and their families living in the forest area of Kilifi. The women breed and sell several species of butterflies as part of numerous efforts to conserve the Arabuko-Sokoke forest, providing a sustainable alternative source of livelihood to wood logging that depletes forests.

[Ghanaian Times] Commuters and drivers using the Accra-Nsawam Highway have heaved a sigh of relief, following the stoppage of flooding between the National Police Training School and Abeka Junction stretch at Tesano.

[New Frame] While it is imperative that this new energy deal be scrutinised, it should not be on Gwede Mantashe's or Floyd Shivambu's dishonest terms. Critique must be rooted in the agreement's merits alone.

[GroundUp] Greenpop's project aims to "bring Kirstenbosch" to schools

[UN News] Of the many agreements and initiatives announced at the 26th UN Climate Conference (COP26) in Glasgow, the UN Climate Communications Lead at the Department of Global Communications narrowed down the three that she deemed most impactful.

[Egypt Online] Moderate rains are expected to hit the North Sinai governorate on Friday. Rains are said to be accompanied by a cold wave and winds. A state of readiness has been heightened after most parts of the governorate saw light rains mixed with cold weather and winds yesterday and last night.

[Independent (Kampala)] Kampala, Uganda -- On Nov.13, as thousands of climate scientists, diplomats, senior government officials, civil society activists, bankers and fossil fuel executives exited Glasgow, almost a day after the COP26 was scheduled to end, many left with mixed emotions.

[New Republic] Bong County-Actionaid Liberia through its Climate Justice Activist has petitioned the 54th National Legislature to consider budgetary increment to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and give adequate support towards raising awareness and the promotion of climate Justice Systems that support urgent action to eradicate, reduce emissions and promote healthy climate systems across Liberia.

[allAfrica] Cape Town -- A downpour of heavy rains in George led to flooding in the Garden Route town, affecting transports and damaging homes and businesses.

[Premium Times] Prof Ensign reviews available data on the three catastrophes of climate change, conflict and COVID-19 and recommends measures the Nigerian government needs to take.

[New Zimbabwe] Police have released names of 13 inmates who were struck and injured by a bolt of lightning at Hwange Prison.

[The Herald] Widespread thunderstorms are expected throughout the country with chances of hail and heavy falls in some places, the Meteorological Services Department has said.

[ISS] Can leaders balance Africa's potential as a global green giant with its significant dependency on fossil fuels?

[DW] African countries have been following the global script as they try to achieve industrialization and economic growth, but it has not been effective. It's time they found their own way, says Harrison Mwilima.

[The Conversation Africa] Protected areas, according to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, are clearly defined geographical spaces set aside to conserve nature, ecosystem services and cultural values. They are important to reduce biodiversity loss and protect sources of food, clean water and medicines. They also offer protection from the impacts of natural disasters.

[Egypt Online] UK's Prince Charles of Wales expressed thanks and voiced his deep appreciation for Egypt under the leadership of President Abdel Fattah El Sisi for hosting the coming UN climate summit, a matter which reflects his keenness on building a better future for the coming generations and helping in restoring the normal nature of the Earth.

[Daily Maverick] Eastern Cape dam levels are below 50%, with the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan Municipality and the Sarah Baartman district the worst affected by the drought.