By Dan Kaburu As the curtain falls on the 10th Special Session of the Africa Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN) in Abidjan, one thing remains constant: African people are facing the worst impacts of climate change. This calls for urgent and bold actions to avert the catastrophe…

Mohamed Adow, Director of the Nairobi-based think tank Power Shift Africa, voiced his support, saying, “For too long the COP summits have been largely full of delegates from the Global North. It’s an example of how too much power at the climate talks has been held by people…

The Namibian government has initiated the culling of more than 700 wild animals in response to the country’s worst drought in decades. The move, announced last week by the Environment Ministry, is aimed at easing pressure on grazing lands and water supplies, while also providing meat for programs…

Africa's second-highest peak, Mount Kenya, is on the brink of losing its iconic glaciers within the next six years. A recent report from the Kenya Meteorological Department paints a stark picture of the future of the glaciers and the rivers they feed—vital water sources in Kenya.

Lilongwe has become the first African capital city to back the call for a Fossil Fuel Non-Proliferation Treaty, and is one of two Malawian cities, alongside Mzuzu, that have now endorsed the proposal.

Kenya's scientists are delving into the mysteries of a powerful wind that shapes the climate across East Africa. Known as the Turkana Low-Level Jet (LLJ), this wind is more than just a meteorological curiosity—it's a driving force behind both flooding and droughts and plays a key role in…

The world faces a significant challenge in meeting its 2030 renewable energy generation target. According to the latest statistics from the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

Access to safe and affordable cooking energy remains a significant challenge in developing countries, including Kenya. Traditional energy sources contribute to respiratory diseases and climate change through deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions.

By Bernard Gitau @benagitau The Historic Town and Archaeological Site of Gedi has been officially added to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list, making it Kenya’s eighth World Heritage Site. This accolade highlights the significance of Gedi’s historical and cultural value. Dr. Fredrick Manthi, Director of Antiquities, Sites…