A coalition of developing and climate-vulnerable countries has called for negotiations on a binding global treaty to phase out fossil fuels, following a three-day ministerial meeting in santa marta, colombia,…
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Kenya bets on carbon markets and blended finance to turn climate commitments into investment opportunities
by Lisa MatataKenya is seeking to expand the role of carbon markets and blended finance in its climate strategy, Environment Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa told global ministers and negotiators at the Petersberg…
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Global standard-setters are moving to formalise how companies disclose nature-related risks, with the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) confirming in April that it will introduce guidance through an IFRS Practice…
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African Union 39th Summit: Water security and sanitation framed as strategic priority as Burundi takes 2026 leadership
by Carlton OlooUncategorizedAfrican Policy WatchBreaking NewsClimate & EnvironmentClimate Action & AdaptationFinance & EconomyGreen Investment & InfrastructureNews & AnalysisPolicy & GovernancePolicy & RegulationRegionsSDGs & National Development PlansWater & Food SystemsPan-African by Carlton Oloo 3.2K views 4 minutes readAfrican leaders gathered at the African Union headquarters in Addis Ababa on 14 and 15 February placed water security and sanitation at the centre of the continent’s policy agenda, launching…
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South Africa’s business leadership has urged President Cyril Ramaphosa to use this year’s State of the Nation Address to frame water insecurity, energy instability and climate risk as core economic…
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Africa’s Natascha Viljoen to lead $99bn Newmont Corporation in a defining moment for global mining sustainability
by Lisa MatataAfricaMiningNews & AnalysisPolicy & GovernanceSustainable developmentWOMEN by Lisa Matata 652 views 3 minutes readIn January 2026, South African-born mining executive Natascha Viljoen will step into history as the first woman to lead Newmont Corporation, the world’s largest gold mining company, valued at $99.45…
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New sustainability opportunities in Africa: Grants, Fellowships, Jobs, & Scholarships for Environmental Impact & Green Growth
by Carlton OlooAfricaNews & AnalysisSustainabilitySustainable development by Carlton Oloo 1.2K views 7 minutes readAfrica continues to present key opportunities for individuals, startups, and organizations focused on sustainability, climate change, and conservation. Below is a curated list of open calls that could help elevate…
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CHAN 2024: How African football is driving sustainable infrastructure in East Africa
by Carlton OlooAfricacorporate sustainabilityEnvironmental ResponsibilityNews & AnalysisSustainability by Carlton Oloo 765 views 4 minutes readAs the African Nations Championship (CHAN 2024) takes place in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, the tournament is offering more than a showcase of African football talent. It is also highlighting…
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Oil majors abandon Net-Zero Standards, exposing cracks in global climate accountability
by Carlton Oloocorporate sustainabilityEnergy & TransitionNews & Analysispolicy by Carlton Oloo 689 views 4 minutes readGlobal oil majors have quietly withdrawn from a landmark initiative to define what “net zero” really means for the fossil fuel industry, casting fresh doubt over the sincerity of corporate…
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As climate change intensifies and agricultural resilience becomes critical, California’s wine industry has emerged as a model for sustainable transformation. Through its Green Medal Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards, the industry…
