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business sustainability
Environmental Responsibility
Volvo’s most sustainable car – ES90, is a wake-up call for Africa’s electric future
As Africa positions itself as a critical player in the global shift to clean energy—both as a supplier of essential EV minerals and as...
Africa
Turkish airlines sets global example with sustainability-linked aircraft financing
Turkish Airlines has received the prestigious Sustainable Financing Pioneer Award from Ishka, a leading global platform for aviation finance, in recognition of a groundbreaking...
Africa
Major step for Kenyan agribusiness: Del Monte Kenya aligns with UN global standards
In a move expected to strengthen environmental accountability and ethical business practices across Kenya’s agribusiness sector, Del Monte Kenya Limited has officially joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative.
Africa
Europe bets on African Climate Innovation: Horizon Europe 2025 ushers in a new era of sustainability partnerships
The European Union has launched the Horizon Europe Work Programme 2025, unveiling the “Africa Initiative III”—a funding envelope of €500.5 million dedicated to Africa-focused research and innovation.
Business
Consumers are increasingly prioritizing environmental responsibility and sustainability, prompting Nestlé to innovate its packaging to align with these values.
Globally, many governments are putting laws and plans into place to cut carbon emissions and move toward a low-carbon economy. Businesses can keep ahead...
Business
Businesses that prioritize sustainability contribute to a more sustainable future and attract better talent especially millennials
Companies that put sustainability first not only help create a more sustainable future, but they also set themselves up for long-term success. By incorporating...
Business
Unpacking greenwashing as a business ploy
Greenwashing, a term first coined in the 1980s, refers to the practice of companies misleadingly marketing their products, services, or overall brand as environmentally friendly or beneficial, while the reality on the ground is that their practices may be unsustainable or harmful.
News
My thoughts on private sector companies flouting ESG rules to miss IFC funding
The IFC's decision to withhold funding from private sector companies that fail to adhere to or report on ESG standards is a clear indication of the growing importance of ESG considerations in today's corporate landscape.