Yerevan Declaration Calls for Faster Action on Global Biodiversity Targets

The Yerevan Declaration calls for its political vision to inform the negotiations and outcomes of COP 17, as countries assess progress

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How Earth Wise Storage Plans to Expand Smallholder Poultry Farming in Rwanda

Earth Wise Storage, the immediate challenge is turning a promising pilot into a larger, sustainable operation, one that supports more farmers

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The World Has a Plan to Save Nature. Can It Deliver by 2030?

The first global assessment of biodiversity action reveals growing political commitment but warns that funding gaps, weak implementation and incomplete national targets threaten efforts to…

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“There Is No Shortcut”: A Kiambu Grower’s Decade in Mushrooms

Stephen Kamau remembers exactly where he was the day he decided mushrooms were worth his attention. He watched a woman order a plate with mushrooms…

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Pacific Leaders Call for Urgent Climate Action Ahead of COP31

Pacific leaders have called for stronger international cooperation and urgent climate action ahead of the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31), warning that vulnerable…

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Water, Sanitation and Digital Learning at the Centre of Garissa School Upgrade

Four new classrooms, an information and communication technology (ICT) centre, and improved water and sanitation facilities are planned

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Africa’s Food Systems Future Depends on Listening to Farmers

At the 20th Africa Food Systems Forum in Kigali, the World Farmers’ Organisation called for farmers to help shape agricultural policies

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Can the buffalo fix Kenya’s milk problem? Farmers say start with the feed bill

For generations, the cow has been the undisputed queen of Kenya’s dairy sector. Now the president wants to add a challenger. Speaking at the Agriculture…

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Yerevan Declaration Calls for Faster Action on Global Biodiversity Targets
Yerevan Declaration Calls for Faster Action on Global Biodiversity Targets

The Yerevan Declaration calls for its political vision to inform the negotiations and outcomes of COP 17, as countries assess progress

How Earth Wise Storage Plans to Expand Smallholder Poultry Farming in Rwanda
How Earth Wise Storage Plans to Expand Smallholder Poultry Farming in Rwanda

Earth Wise Storage, the immediate challenge is turning a promising pilot into a larger, sustainable operation, one that supports more farmers

The World Has a Plan to Save Nature. Can It Deliver by 2030?
The World Has a Plan to Save Nature. Can It Deliver by 2030?

The first global assessment of biodiversity action reveals growing political commitment but warns that funding gaps, weak implementation and incomplete national targets threaten efforts to halt nature loss by 2030. The world has promised to protect forests, restore degraded…

“There Is No Shortcut”: A Kiambu Grower’s Decade in Mushrooms
“There Is No Shortcut”: A Kiambu Grower’s Decade in Mushrooms

Stephen Kamau remembers exactly where he was the day he decided mushrooms were worth his attention. He watched a woman order a plate with mushrooms on it and pay a thousand shillings without hesitation. Kamau, already trained as an…

Pacific Leaders Call for Urgent Climate Action Ahead of COP31
Pacific Leaders Call for Urgent Climate Action Ahead of COP31

Pacific leaders have called for stronger international cooperation and urgent climate action ahead of the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31), warning that vulnerable nations are already experiencing the devastating effects of rising sea levels and extreme weather.…

Water, Sanitation and Digital Learning at the Centre of Garissa School Upgrade
Water, Sanitation and Digital Learning at the Centre of Garissa School Upgrade

Four new classrooms, an information and communication technology (ICT) centre, and improved water and sanitation facilities are planned

Africa’s Food Systems Future Depends on Listening to Farmers
Africa’s Food Systems Future Depends on Listening to Farmers

At the 20th Africa Food Systems Forum in Kigali, the World Farmers’ Organisation called for farmers to help shape agricultural policies

Can the buffalo fix Kenya’s milk problem? Farmers say start with the feed bill
Can the buffalo fix Kenya’s milk problem? Farmers say start with the feed bill

For generations, the cow has been the undisputed queen of Kenya’s dairy sector. Now the president wants to add a challenger. Speaking at the Agriculture and Food Systems Transformation Summit in Nairobi on October 8, President William Ruto asked…

Rain and Rising Temperatures Forecast Across the Greater Horn of Africa
Rain and Rising Temperatures Forecast Across the Greater Horn of Africa

Unusually wet conditions in flood-prone locations persistent heat across much of the Greater Horn of Africa require locally informed planning

Cybersecurity in the Floriculture Industry
Cybersecurity in the Floriculture Industry

The floriculture sector is increasingly integrating technology into its operations. From supply chain management to e-commerce platforms, businesses are leveraging digital tools to enhance efficiency and competitiveness. However, this digital evolution also exposes them to significant cybersecurity risks. Protecting…

Beyond Negotiations: Africa Expects Concrete Outcomes from Antalya
Beyond Negotiations: Africa Expects Concrete Outcomes from Antalya

Antwi-Boasiako described this progression as “B2A2A,” Belém, Antalya and Addis Ababa, arguing that African negotiators need foresight

Why Africa Must Look to What Already Exists in Its Blue Economy
Why Africa Must Look to What Already Exists in Its Blue Economy

I remember the day; I remember it well. A few fortnights have gone by, but the mulling has been worth it, seeking to understand, curiosity sparked by the 11th Our Ocean Conference in Mombasa and the interesting conversations on…

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