Africa’s success with climate adaptation demonstrates that resilience investments yield substantial economic benefits while protecting vulnerable communities. With 17 of the world’s 20 most climate-vulnerable countries located in Africa, the continent has become a pioneering force in climate adaptation strategies. The Africa Adaptation Acceleration Program (AAAP) has channeled over $15 billion into strengthening essential systems […]
Thousands gathered in Cameroon’s capital, Yaounde, Sunday (6 November) to celebrate the 40th anniversary of President Paul Biya’s coming to power but the 89-year-old stayed out of the spotlight as questions swirled about the only leader most of the Central African country’s people have ever known. Biya has not appeared in public since French President […]
Italy has become the latest country to join the US-led Mineral Security Partnership (MSP), announced in June last year, whose aim was to add ethical values to the entire critical minerals and batteries value chain. The announcement was made by the US Under Secretary of State for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment, Jose Fernandez, […]
