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IUCN Urges Governments to Make Nature Protection a COP31 Priority

Mwangi Ndirangu November 10, 2026

IUCN is urging governments at COP31 to make ecosystem protection and restoration central to climate action, calling for stronger biodiversity commitments and increased funding for nature-based solutions.

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African Group Wins Dedicated Climate Finance Platform at COP31

Peter Ngare November 10, 2026

African countries have secured a dedicated climate finance platform at COP31, but key demands on adaptation funding and climate-related trade measures remain outside the formal negotiating agenda.

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Businesses and Cities Step Up Climate Action, but Delivery Remains a Challenge

Neville Ng'ambwa November 9, 2026

UN climate findings show growing climate action by businesses, cities and investors, but gaps in adaptation finance, forest protection and food system resilience continue to hinder progress.

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UN Warns Climate Plans Fall Short Despite Wider Global Action

Neville Ng'ambwa November 9, 2026

UN reports warn that global climate commitments remain insufficient, with emissions cuts, adaptation measures and climate finance falling short despite an increase in national climate plans ahead of COP31.

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COP31 Leaders Face Delivery Test on Climate Finance, Energy and Resilience

Dan Kaburu November 8, 2026

COP31 leaders are under pressure to turn climate commitments into action, with climate finance, clean energy, methane reduction and resilience emerging as key priorities. The Antalya summit will test whether countries can deliver practical solutions while strengthening energy security and protecting vulnerable communities.

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COP31 Confronts 1.5°C Crisis as Pressure Mounts for Climate Action

Peter Ngare November 8, 2026

COP31 comes at a critical moment as the world edges towards breaching the 1.5°C warming threshold. With climate finance, emissions reductions, adaptation and renewable energy high on the agenda, the Antalya summit will test whether governments can turn climate commitments into measurable action.

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UN Chief Calls for Greater Global Support for Africa’s Clean Energy Transition

Correspondent June 24, 2026

UN Secretary-General António Guterres is calling on global leaders to accelerate support for Africa's clean energy transition. Speaking at London Climate Action Week, he warned that the continent must not be left behind, urging for the financing and technology needed to unlock its vast renewable potential.