Climate change in Africa News

[Daily Trust] A windstorm has wreaked havoc in the Bunkure Local Government Area of Kano State, destroying residential buildings.

[Daily Maverick] As South Africa reels from another deadly flood, this time in the Eastern Cape, we take a look at the bigger picture of the nation's vulnerability. Floods are the country's most common weather disaster, with intense cut-off low weather systems, probably amplified by climate change, repeatedly causing devastation.

[UN News] With the humanitarian sector "under-funded, overstretched, and literally under attack" as crises continue in Gaza, Sudan and beyond, international support is needed more than ever, the UN's top aid official said on Wednesday in Geneva.

[The Conversation Africa] Mauritius's water supplies are running very low. As a small island, it is affected by tropical cyclones, rising temperatures, rising sea levels, and a warming ocean. Rainfall levels have decreased by 8% over the last 10 years.

[ISS] In the wake of America's climate commitment reversals, Africa must make the most of its solid partnerships with Europe and China.

[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia, Liberia -- Former Executive Director of the National Investment Commission, George Gyude Wisner II, has called on ECOWAS policymakers to urgently reform and harmonize regional investment frameworks to make the sub-region more attractive to both domestic and foreign investors.

[Oxfam] Oxfam is deeply concerned by the outcomes of the G7 Summit in Kananaskis. At a time when urgent global crises demand bold and united action, the summit fell short of delivering the leadership the world needs.

[SAnews.gov.za] Government has reaffirmed its dedication to supporting affected families, speeding up recovery efforts, and investing in long-term solutions to adapt to climate risks.

[Daily Maverick] Climate-proofing the basic education system must be a national priority. The President and all of government must act with urgency to ensure that schools and learners are better prepared for the storms that lie ahead.

[The Conversation Africa] The world's most developed economies have also burnt the most oil and coal (fossil fuels) over the years, causing the most climate change damage. Preventing further climate change means a global fossil fuel phase-out must happen by 2050. Climate change mitigation scientists Sven Teske and Saori Miyake analysed the potential for renewable energy in each of the G20 countries. They concluded that the G20 is in a position to generate enough renewable energy to supply the world. For African countries to

[Namibian] Namibia has secured N$4.48 billion (US$250 million) through the Climate Investment Funds (CIF) to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

[FrontPageAfrica] As Liberia prepares for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development, a vital United Nations-led global summit focused on mobilizing resources to fund sustainable development, later this year, civil society leaders has mounted a bold challenge to the status quo -- demanding transparency, tax justice, and climate-conscious reforms from government as foreign aid is slashed and public debt has reached concerning levels.

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[ENA] Addis Ababa, -- Minister of Planning and Development Fitsum Assefa underscored that Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2), would be instrumental to catalyze solutions for a resilient future.

[Daily Trust] Today, June 17, is World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought. The global observance, hosted by Colombia, is led by the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). With the theme 'Restore the Land. Unlock the Opportunities,' it is spotlighting the undeniable economic, social, and environmental benefits of land restoration for people and the planet.

[Leadership] Amid soaring inflation, fuel price hikes, and intensifying heatwaves, a revolutionary platform is delivering affordable, sustainable cooling solutions to homes and small businesses across Africa.

[Vanguard] On the heels of yesterday's torrential rains and attendant flooding in some parts of Lagos State, the state government has warned residents, especially those living in low-lying areas, to be at alert because of possible encounter with flash floods.

[Ethiopian Herald] CENTRAL ETHIOPIA- The Ministry of Tourism has emphasized the critical role of Gibe Sheleko National Park in environmental conservation and climate change mitigation, in alignment with Ethiopia's broader commitment to sustainable development and tourism growth.

[New Times] At least 29 people were killed over the weekend by heavy rains in the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo), local authorities said Monday.

[World Bank] Freetown -- The World Bank today launched the Sierra Leone Country Economic Memorandum (CEM) and the Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR), two core analytical reports that provide essential insights into the country's economic and climate challenges, offering strategic pathways for sustainable growth and resiliencee.