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Department of Water and Sanitation, Republic of South Africa
Source: Department of Water and Sanitation, Republic of South Africa |

Water and Sanitation monitors Knysna water crisis and coordinating short-, medium- and long-term interventions

The Department condemns recent incidents of vandalism of municipal infrastructure and calls upon community members to report such actions to law enforcement authorities

The National Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) notes with serious concern the escalating water supply challenges currently affecting Knysna and other coastal towns within the Garden Route District. The Department is working closely with the Western Cape Provincial Government, Knysna Municipality, and other municipalities which are Water Services Authorities…

UN News
Source: UN News |

Mozambique implements and expands program to strengthen climate adaptation

Around 65% of the projects were selected by women, and community participation contributed to the creation of local jobs and the strengthening of resilient livelihoods

In Mozambique, floods, cyclones, and droughts constantly threaten development; this initiative aims to strengthen the country's climate resilience through investments led by local governments.  Mozambique, one of the countries most vulnerable to climate change in Africa, faces structural challenges exacerbated by economic shocks, conflict, and extreme weather events.   To address…

Department of Water and Sanitation, Republic of South Africa
Source: Department of Water and Sanitation, Republic of South Africa |

South Africa: Water and Sanitation reports stable conditions at Vaal Dam and Bloemhof Dam

DWS remains committed to maintaining a proactive approach to flood preparedness and hydrological risk management

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) reports that the Vaal Dam and the broader Integrated Vaal River System (IVRS) continue to perform strongly, maintaining stability in line with the latest weekly reservoir status update. This positive outlook is supported by the ongoing rainfall season. The Vaal Dam remains above…

State House Seychelles
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Appointment of the Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles National Youth Council

At the time of his appointment as Chief Executive Officer of SNYC, Mr. Pierre was serving as Grants Coordinator at the Seychelles Conservation and Climate Adaptation Trust (SEYCCAT)

The Office of the President has today announced the appointment of Mr. Michel Raymond Pierre as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Seychelles National Youth Council (SNYC), with effect from 1 January 2026. Mr. Pierre brings extensive experience in youth development, governance, stakeholder engagement, and programme management. He has…

State House Seychelles
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President Dr. Patrick Herminie Holds Talks with Island Conservation Society on the Future of Seychelles’ Islands, Including Assumption Island

Discussions centred on ICS’s ongoing conservation programmes, including island restoration, biodiversity protection and community engagement initiatives

President of the Republic, Dr. Patrick Herminie, today received a courtesy call at State House from representatives of the Island Conservation Society (ICS), as the organisation celebrates 25 years of dedicated conservation work in Seychelles. The delegation, led by the Chairman of the Society, Mr. Adrian Skerrett, reflected on a…

The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa
Source: The Presidency of the Republic of South Africa |

South Africa: President Ramaphosa appoints new leadership for the Presidential Climate Commission

The appointments are a culmination of a public nomination process, which was initiated in August this year in accordance with Section 10(4)(a) of the Climate Change Act

President Cyril Ramaphosa has announced the new cohort of the Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) for the 2026–2030 tenure, in terms of the Climate Change Act, 2024 (Act No 22 of 2024).  Following due consideration of all submitted nominations, President Ramaphosa has appointed a total of twenty five(25)  commissioners who are…

Victor Oladokun, Senior Advisor to Dr Akinwumi Adesina

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Historical Recognition for Akinwumi Adesina: University of Gambia Re-Names Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences in his honor

The historic occasion recognized and immortalized Adesina’s name, leadership, contributions to Africa, and his visionary role in the transformation of agriculture and food security on the continent

The President of the Republic of The Gambia, President Adama Barrow has unveiled a  plaque renaming the University of Gambia’s School of Agriculture and Environmental Services as Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina School of Agriculture and Environmental Services. The historic occasion recognized and immortalized Adesina’s name, leadership, contributions to Africa, and…

Forest Stewardship Council

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Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) launches new Interim Forest Stewardship Standard for Mozambique

The standard becomes effective on 15 March 2026

FSC (www.FSC.org) is pleased to announce the publication of the new Interim Forest Stewardship Standard (IFSS) for Mozambique, marking a significant step toward sustainable forest management in the country. This standard applies to all forest management units, including Small or Low Intensity Managed Forests (SLIMFs), but excludes Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs).…

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Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) announces new dates and opens registration for inaugural congress set for February 2026

Originally planned for September 2025, the Congress was postponed to ensure broader participation and alignment with key continental priorities

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Africa (https://FSC.org) is pleased to announce that registration is now open for its Inaugural Zamba Heritage Initiative Congress, rescheduled to February 10–12, 2026, at the JW Marriott Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya. Originally planned for September 2025, the Congress was postponed to ensure broader participation and alignment…

African Development Bank Group (AfDB)
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Liberia secures Global Environment Facility (GEF) approval for landmark mercury-reduction project in the gold mining sector, backed by the African Development Bank Group

The initiative marks Liberia’s entry into the planetGOLD programme, a global effort supported by the GEF that has already assisted more than 20 countries in reducing mercury use while improving environmental health and livelihoods

The Global Environment Facility (GEF) has approved a transformative project developed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of Liberia and supported by the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) to dramatically reduce mercury pollution from artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM). The project, with $7.67 million in GEF financing and an…