Africa Renewal: May 2024
Climate Change
In Southern Africa, El Niño drought leaves a trail of scorched harvests and hunger
World Food Programme calls for urgent funds to respond after Malawi, Zambia and Zimbabwe declare national emergencies sparked by the natural weather phenomenon
Protecting Africa's wetlands is key to combating biodiversity loss
From grassroots to global: Involving multiple stakeholders could enhance biodiversity governance and speed progress.
Economic Development
New 10-Year Plan offers lifeline to small islands developing states
Global community commits to resilient economies and climate action at SIDS Conference
Angola: Soyo entrepreneurs switching from oil to sustainable agriculture
Empretec training programme by UNCTAD is equipping them with the knowledge to explore new sustainable business opportunities.
New revenue streams: Using Africa’s vast renewable energy and natural resources for premium carbon credits
Voluntary carbon market could reach $10–$40 billion by 2030, and create up to 190 million jobs in Africa by 2050 if carbon price per tonne reaches $80
Youth
Economic empowerment
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Unregulated Autonomous Weapons Systems pose risk to Africa
Ambassador Lansana Gberie of Sierra Leone warns of a new arms race that could divert important resources away from peacebuilding and sustainable development
Amplifying the message of peace through poetry
I use my voice to champion social justice, such as girl-child rights, maternal health, and peace