The African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Sustainable Energy Fund for Africa (SEFA) have committed $40 million to Zafiri, a new investment platform designed to support decentralized renewable energy (DRE)…
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As Africa navigates its energy transition, a growing body of evidence shows that gender inclusion is not a side conversation, it is central to unlocking resilience, innovation, and impact. Recognizing…
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Ghana’s upstream energy resurgence signals a new era for sustainable growth
AfricaEconomic ResponsibilityEnergy & TransitionNews & Analysis by Solomon Irungu 254 views 4 minutes readGhana’s upstream energy sector is undergoing a revival that reflects a strategic alignment with broader sustainability goals. In recent weeks, two major developments have positioned the West African nation at…
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AIIM sells R750 million renewable assets in South Africa amid rising demand for clean energy investments
AfricaNews & AnalysisRegionsRenewable energySouthern Africa by Solomon Irungu 726 views 3 minutes readAfrican Infrastructure Investment Managers (AIIM) has sold its stakes in three renewable energy projects in South Africa in a deal valued at over R750 million. The transaction marks one of…
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AMCEN@40: African environment ministers meet in Nairobi to set unified Climate agenda ahead of COP30
by Carlton OlooMinisters of environment from all 54 African countries have gathered in Nairobi this week (July 12–18) for the 20th session of the African Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN). This…
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Ghana and South Korea deepen climate partnership with focus on policy, investment, and institutional exchange
by Carlton OlooGhana and South Korea have reaffirmed their shared commitment to addressing climate change through a structured partnership focused on policy coordination, technical cooperation, and sustainable development. This renewed engagement followed…
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Tanzania integrates Gender Equality into climate strategy, paving way for inclusive resilience
by Lisa MatataAfricaClimate & EnvironmentEast AfricaNews & AnalysisRegions by Lisa Matata 423 views 3 minutes readTanzania is integrating gender equality into the heart of its national climate policy, marking a significant shift toward more inclusive and equitable climate governance. As the country prepares to submit…
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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 an emerging market for electric mobility—Volvo’s…
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Google Cloud’s bold AI push offers lessons and opportunities for Africa’s sustainable digital future
by Carlton OlooinnovationInternational NewsNews & AnalysisSustainabilitysustainability events by Carlton Oloo 356 views 3 minutes readAt this year’s Google Cloud Summit in London (9th to 10th July 2025), the focus was on how artificial intelligence (AI), infrastructure, and sustainability are shaping core sectors globally. While…
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European travel Industry Deepens Sustainability Commitment: Implications for Africa’s Tourism Sector
by Lisa MatataOne year after signing the Rhodes Declaration, Europe’s leading travel and tourism organizations gathered in Gothenburg, Sweden, on July 9, 2025, to renew their joint commitment to climate resilience and…
