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IEA renewables report 2023: Europe’s growth becoming solar success story

The International Energy Agency (IEA) forecasts a 61% share of renewable electricity in Europe by 2028, partly due to an unprecedented surge of previously unforeseen solar panel installations.

Energy

In Kenya, Food Sovereignty Is Alive and Well

Strengthening community-led agroecological practices and fighting the vested interests that undermine them are the keys

Environment

Reflective materials and irrigated trees: study shows how to cool one of the world’s hottest cities by 4.5°C

A combination of cooling technologies and techniques could reduce the temperature and energy needs of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It’s possible to significantly reduce the temperatures of a major city in a hot desert climate while reducing energy costs, a new study by UNSW Sydney shows.

Technology Solutions

Cape Verde reaches malaria-free milestone

A sub-Saharan African nation has been declared malaria-free for the first time in 50 years. Cape Verde was given the status by the World Health Organization (WHO) as it has not reported a single case of local transmission in three years.

Technology Solutions

Healthcare to go: roadside clinics help keep Kenya’s truckers rolling

A life on the road puts drivers at risk of hypertension and diabetes but often puts doctors out of reach. A network of clinics on key routes is helping to combat lifestyle diseases Alife on the road had caught up with Alphonce Wambua.

Technology Solutions

New G7 President Italy to Push Africa Partnerships, Not Aid, Meloni Says

ROME — As Italy assumes the rotating presidency of the Group of Seven leading industrial nations, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said this week that a focus on developing strategic partnerships with Africa, rather than providing aid, will be key during its one-year tenure.

Climate

The two challenges for Africa at COP16 on biodiversity in colombia in October

Colombia, a South American country that is home to 10% of the world's flora and fauna, is hosting the 16th United Nations Conference of the Parties on Biological Diversity (COP16).

Environment

Renewable energy in Africa: three key sectors to watch in 2024

The energy transition is underway in Africa. Despite continued investment in fossil fuels, mainly south of the Sahara, African decision-makers are stepping up their efforts to promote the development of renewable energy projects. This trend is set to continue in 2024.

Energy

33,000 electric taxis in Dakar, Abidjan and Accra by 2023

The start-up Mbay Mobility is giving itself 10 years to market 33,000 electric taxis in Dakar in Senegal, Abidjan in Ivory Coast and Accra in Ghana.

Technology Solutions

‘They attacked us. They displaced us’: grieving Sudanese confront Swedish oil giant over their days of slaughter

A historic trial, which will call on 61 witnesses worldwide, is expected to set a precedent for global corporations in foreign jurisdictions

Energy

MALAWI: The World Bank grants $420 million to strengthen climate resilience

Although Malawi has not received direct financial support from the World Bank for several years for political reasons, the group has announced a package worth $420 million. This should enable the East African country to rebuild after a series of natural disasters.

Climate

DRC: solidarity organised in Kinshasha after floods that killed 300 people

In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), several towns, including Kinshasa, have had their feet in water since the floods that killed more than 300 people in December 2023.

Environment

Washington to bolster influence in developing countries with $2B in climate support

After being outpaced in recent years by China and the European Union (EU) in the field of climate investments in developing countries, the United States of America is making a comeback.

Climate

SOUTH AFRICA: EDF and Mulilo to invest $375m in electricity storage

In South Africa, the consortium formed by Électricité de France (EDF) and Mulilo Energy Holdings has been named preferred bidder for three electricity storage projects. Work will start in mid-2024.

Energy

AFRICA: IFC finances $80m to bring clean energy to businesses

As part of a recently concluded partnership, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) will provide $80 million to the Facility for Energy Inclusion (FEI). The aim is to finance the production of renewable energy for commercial and industrial (C&I) customers.

Energy