This year’s theme, “Innovations in the Process”, aims to drive new thinking, technology, and financing models to strengthen National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) – crucial blueprints for building resilience against climate impacts.
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Experts warn that unless negotiators agree on the treaty’s objectives, product control measures, and a robust finance and technology package, the final plastics treaty could be a watered-down compromise that fails to stop plastic pollution.
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Globally, more than 460 million tonnes of virgin plastic are produced annually, with 428 million tonnes made from fossil fuels. Around 353 million tonnes become waste, yet only 9% is recycled.
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In a landmark development for global climate justice, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has delivered an advisory opinion affirming that states have binding legal obligations under international law to protect the environment and address climate change.
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Among the key outcomes, ministers pledged support for a robust Global Plastics Treaty aimed at addressing pollution across the entire lifecycle of plastics. This commitment aligns with the continent’s increasing focus on circular economy principles and sustainable chemical management
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African startups are designing and assembling electric vehicles tailored for local delivery needs. From solar-powered cold chains to pharma-compliant vans, these innovations are cutting costs, reducing emissions, and transforming how goods move across the last mile.
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A recent report unveiled at the 20th Ordinary Session of the African Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN-20) by Wetlands International paints a stark picture. Since 1970, nearly a quarter of the world’s wetlands have been lost.
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This past week in Geneva, during the 59th session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, an urgent gathering took place. It wasn’t just another side event. It was a moment of reckoning.
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GUIZHOU JUNE 28 - China floods again as heavy rains batter Guizhou for the second time in a week—yet thousands of kilometres away, the shockwaves of this climate-driven disaster hit close to home for Africa too.
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Margins are shifting. Wajir’s farmers affirm that climate adversity can spark innovation, offering scalable solutions to drought-prone regions. Their story is not just local; it's a blueprint for sustainable livelihoods and climate adaptation in Kenya’s arid frontier.
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