Friday, April 25, 2025

Why fiscal autonomy and financial expertise must go hand in hand

Africa’s urban centres are evolving rapidly—by 2050, nearly 60% of the continent’s population is expected to live in cities. This explosive urban growth brings opportunity but also immense strain on local governments expected to deliver infrastructure, social services, and economic opportunities in a sustainable way. Yet, despite years of decentralisation promises, most African municipalities remain chronically under-resourced and...
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Analyzing COP29’s climate-health integration: Progress, gaps, and future

The 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku marked a significant evolution in global efforts to address the climate-health nexus. The establishment of the Baku COP Presidencies Continuity Coalition for Climate and Health represents an ambitious attempt to institutionalize the integration of health into climate action. This coalition, spanning five presidencies, aims to translate prior commitments into impactful outcomes while maintaining momentum for future conferences like COP30. The success of this initiative will however hinge on the ability to navigate structural barriers, ensuring equitable financing, and strengthening the...

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South Africa unveils smart environmental screening tool to fast-track sustainable Development

South Africa has taken a bold step towards harmonizing development and environmental conservation with the official launch of its National Web-Based Environmental Screening Tool—a digital platform designed to revolutionize how projects...

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We understand that the health of our planet is interconnected with the well-being of all living beings, and we acknowledge our role and responsibility as stewards of the environment. Therefore, we are dedicated to promoting practices that conserve natural resources, protect biodiversity, and mitigate climate change.

Africa’s Outlook for sustainability in 2025: Navigating challenges and harnessing opportunities

For decades, the narrative around Africa’s economic journey has often been dominated by challenges: slow and uneven growth, energy deficits, food insecurity, and mounting debt. However, these issues, while real, have obscured the continent’s compelling story of resilience, innovation,...

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