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Africa
New sustainability opportunities in Africa: Grants, Fellowships, Jobs, & Scholarships for Environmental Impact & Green Growth
Africa continues to present key opportunities for individuals, startups, and organizations focused on sustainability, climate change, and conservation. Below is a curated list of...
African Businesses
Ghana introduces new plan to manage Gold sales and control Digital Finance
Africa’s largest gold producer is taking steps to stabilise its economy by introducing a gold price hedging scheme, aimed at protecting its rising export...
Africa
Africa steps up for ocean sustainability: Gulf of Guinea nations commit to 100% sustainable ocean management by 2030
In a major policy shift with long-term environmental and economic implications, eight African countries—Angola, Benin, Cameroon, Republic of Congo, Côte d’Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea, Liberia,...
International News
European Union gives EFRAG more time to revise sustainability reporting rules
The European Commission recently approved a one-month extension for the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) to finalize its revised technical advice on the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (ESRS). Originally due by October 31, the new deadline of November 30, 2025, reflects growing concerns around the complexity of the EU’s sustainability reporting framework and the need for a more practical approach.
Africa
Dentsu Zambia repurposes billboard waste into school backpacks in practical sustainability project
As a marketing agency increasingly involved in environmental and social impact work, the firm’s latest campaign demonstrates how creative industries can contribute directly to sustainability goals. The project was part of One Day for Change, Dentsu’s global annual initiative encouraging employees to develop solutions to local challenges.
Africa
GRI unveils machine readable ESG framework as Africa accelerates toward digital reporting
In a major step toward digital sustainability, the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has launched a new machine-readable Sustainability Taxonomy, offering African companies a timely opportunity to modernize and harmonize ESG reporting.
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.