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UN News
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More than 50 million in West and Central Africa at risk of hunger

The UN World Food Programme (WFP) has warned that millions of people in West and Central Africa are facing record hunger as conflict, displacement, economic hardship and repeated extreme weather push the region towards a major crisis

More than 36 million are struggling to meet their basic food needs, which is projected to rise to over 52 million during the lean season from June to August, latest analysis reveals. This includes almost three million people facing emergency conditions, and 2,600 people in Mali who are at risk…

Republic Of South Africa: Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
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Minister Dion George concludes South Africa’s participation at Copenhagen Climate Ministerial

The Ministerial was a critical platform to advance the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C target, with direct implications for South Africans

Minister Dion George, South Africa’s Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, has concluded an impactful participation at the Copenhagen Climate Ministerial in Denmark on 7-8 May 2025, reinforcing South Africa’s commitment to a resilient, sustainable future. Representing the nation ahead of COP30 in Belém, Brazil, Minister Dion George championed…

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President Museveni Meets Ghanaian Military Officers, Emphasizes Focus on Industrialization and Clean Energy for Africa

President Museveni emphasized the urgent need for Africa to transition from traditional biomass fuels like firewood and charcoal to modern and clean energy sources

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has called on African nations to adopt clean and affordable electricity as a strategy to combat environmental degradation and catalyze socio-economic transformation across the continent. He made the remarks yesterday while delivering a lecture of opportunity to the officers from the Ghana Armed Forces Command and…

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Africa’s Solar Boom: What Businesses Must Do Now to Reap the Benefits

The shift to solar is also being driven by cost-effectiveness

With 2.5 gigawatts-peak (GWp) (http://apo-opa.co/4iQtUCp) of solar capacity added across Africa in 2024 and 194.34 GWp expected in 2025, the continent is fast becoming a global hotspot for solar energy growth. Leading this shift are the commercial and industrial (C&I) sectors, where photovoltaic (PV) systems are being installed on-site at…

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    • The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) and Partners Launch East Africa Regional Clean Cooking Symposium in Arusha, Tanzania
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    • Eng Innocent Luoga - Commissioner of Electricity & Renewable Energy from Ministry of Energy, Tanzania, delivering the keynote address to open the East Africa Regional Clean Cooking Symposium
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The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) and Partners Launch East Africa Regional Clean Cooking Symposium in Arusha, Tanzania

The event brought together industry leaders and policymakers to discuss strategies for advancing clean cooking, under the theme “Linking finance, innovation, technology adoption, access, and policy”

To accelerate the momentum of the clean cooking revolution, the United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) (www.UNCDF.org), in collaboration with the Government of Tanzania and the European Union, inaugurated the Eastern Africa Regional Clean Cooking Energy Symposium in Arusha, Tanzania. The event brought together industry leaders and policymakers to discuss strategies…

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
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The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and Moroccan Centre Renew Partnership to Advance Nuclear Techniques

This renewed cooperation between the IAEA and CNESTEN will further support efforts to use and develop nuclear and isotopic techniques for water resource management, environmental protection, and industrial applications

The IAEA has renewed an agreement with the Moroccan national nuclear centre to work on nuclear techniques for water resource management, environmental protection and industrial applications. The agreement is the result of a longstanding partnership between the IAEA and Morocco’s National Centre for Nuclear Energy, Science, and Technology (CNESTEN), designated…

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Eritrea: Integrated Environmental Redressing Project in Emni-Haili Sub-zone

Over 45,000 indigenous trees have been planted and are reportedly in good condition

The integrated environmental redressing project launched in 2021 in Adi-Agua, Emni-Haili sub-zone, is making significant contributions to water and soil conservation, as well as wildlife preservation. During a visit to the area, Governor of the Southern Region Mr. HabteabTesfatsion was briefed by Mr. Michael Gebreyohannes, the project coordinator, who reported…

Islamic Development Bank Group (IsDB Group)

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    • The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group Entities to Host the 13th Private Sector Forum in Algiers, Algeria (20-22 May 2025)
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The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group Entities to Host the 13th Private Sector Forum in Algiers, Algeria (20-22 May 2025)

The forum will enhance public-private partnerships by strengthening collaboration between governments and private enterprises to drive economic diversification and sustainable development

The Entities of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group (www.IsDB.org), including the Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC), the Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector (ICD), and the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC), in collaboration with the Islamic Development Bank Group…

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Bureau Veritas Nigeria Celebrates 35 Years of Excellence and Commitment to Quality, Health, Safety, and Sustainability

Bureau Veritas, a global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC), proudly marks its 35th anniversary in Nigeria, celebrating over three decades of commitment to quality, health, safety, and sustainability

Established in 1990 in Nigeria, Bureau Veritas (https://group.BureauVeritas.com) has grown to become a trusted partner for businesses and industries across various markets, supporting their journey towards excellence and compliance. With a network of five offices across Nigeria, Bureau Veritas continues to play a major role in helping businesses and government…

Canon Central and North Africa (CCNA)
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Canon Achieves EcoVadis Platinum Status

Recognised for Outstanding Performance Across Environment, Labour & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement

Today Canon (www.Canon-CNA.com) announces that it has been awarded the prestigious Platinum rating for its sustainability efforts by global sustainability ratings organisation EcoVadis. This accolade places Canon in the top 1% of companies assessed globally. This is the first time Canon has achieved the Platinum level, demonstrating its dedication to sustainability…