The discovery of gold deposits valued at approximately Sh680 billion in Kakamega County has drawn national and regional attention, positioning western Kenya as a potential focal point for industrial-scale gold…
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Unified carbon standards from COP30 offer Africa a path to stronger climate finance access
by Carlton OlooThe Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) have welcomed the publication of the COP30 Action Agenda, a global roadmap aimed at harmonizing carbon accounting…
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Baku to Belém Roadmap charts $1.3 trillion climate finance goal: Africa urged to build systems for real access
by Carlton OlooAs the world moves from pledges to delivery ahead of COP30, a new United Nations roadmap has set the clearest financial target yet for global climate action: mobilizing at least…
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Deforestation puts 122 million West Africans at risk of water insecurity, New study warns
by Carlton OlooAfricaClimate & EnvironmentEnvironmental ResponsibilityNews & AnalysisReportsSustainable development by Carlton Oloo 16 views 5 minutes readA recent study released by WaterAid and Tree Aid has found alarming evidence that deforestation is directly driving freshwater scarcity across West Africa, threatening the health and livelihoods of over…
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ICMA backs Climate Transition Bond Guidelines to unlock $6 trillion sustainable finance for Africa
by Carlton OlooIn Tokyo, the Executive Committee of the Green, Social, Sustainability, and Sustainability-Linked Bond Principles, backed by the International Capital Market Association (ICMA), unveiled new Climate Transition Bond Guidelines to standardize…
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Global cities confront $105 billion climate funding gap: CDP latest report findings unveiled at COP30
by Carlton OlooThe world’s cities are now seeking a record US$105 billion to finance climate resilience and infrastructure projects, according to the 2025 Global Snapshot released by CDP and the Global Covenant…
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Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama on 6 November 2025 cut the sod for a utility-scale solar park at Agortor in the Dawa Industrial Enclave, launching what developers say will begin…
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How new Global Net-Zero Rules will transform Africa’s economy, supply chains and climate future
by Carlton OlooThe Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) has released a revised draft of its Corporate Net-Zero Standard for public consultation, marking an important milestone in the global accountability framework guiding corporate…
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African cities join global frontline in the battle against extreme urban heat at C40’s World Mayors Summit 2025
by Carlton OlooFive major African cities have joined a new international coalition committing to urgent action against escalating urban heat. Announced at the C40 World Mayors Summit in Rio de Janeiro,(3-5 November)…
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AU unveils $30bn Green Aviation Plan to transform Africa’s airspace
by Carlton OlooAfricaEnergy & TransitionEnvironmental ResponsibilityNews & AnalysisSustainabilitytransport by Carlton Oloo 17 views 5 minutes readThe African Union has launched a ten-year, $30 billion aviation modernization plan, signaling a decisive shift in how the continent moves people, goods, and climate-smart investment. Announced in Luanda, Angola,…