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In January 2017, South Africa faced a public health emergency when a deadly outbreak of listeriosis, a severe foodborne illness, swept across the country. The outbreak affected more than 1,000…

New study unveils eco-friendly alternative to chemical fertilizers, promising healthier soils and sustainable yields. A team of researchers has made a significant breakthrough that could help solve one of agriculture’s…

In January 2025, African leaders gathered in Kampala, Uganda, for an extraordinary summit that would become a turning point in the continent’s efforts to reshape its food systems. From that…

In a groundbreaking step that could redefine the intersection of climate change and human rights across the continent, African civil society has taken the climate crisis to court — the…

As global e-waste surges to record levels, more than 180 countries have gathered in Geneva for two weeks — from April 29 to May 9 — to confront the mounting…

Picture a sun-drenched morning on the Tanzanian coast. Mariam, a 29-year-old seaweed farmer, wades knee-deep through the crystal waters, carefully tying lines for her next harvest. A few miles away,…

The clean energy transition is accelerating faster than expected—and for the first time, global renewable energy growth has outpaced demand. According to BloombergNEF’s New Energy Outlook 2025, this milestone may…

The demand for corporate transparency and accountability is growing steadily. Investors, regulators, and the public expect companies to disclose not only their financial performance but also their environmental, social, and…

Africa’s aviation industry is taking an important step toward a sustainable and resilient future. This May, the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) will convene two landmark events at the Kigali Convention…

Africa’s call for financial autonomy took a decisive step forward this week as leading policymakers, economists, and credit rating experts convened in Washington to push for the establishment of an…