Climate change

Aliko Dangote, CEO of Dangote Refinery, highlighted the challenges of transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable energy, emphasizing that this process will take time. He stated that Africa needs to …

Dangote Emphasizes the Long Path to Renewable Energy Transition in Africa Read More

South Africa’s wine industry faces significant threats from climate change, including earlier grape harvests, erratic weather patterns, increased pest populations, and higher alcohol content in wines. These changes negatively impact …

Impact of Climate Change on South Africa’s Wine Industry Read More

The South African wine industry is confronting significant threats from climate change, affecting grape ripening patterns, crop yields, pest proliferation, and alcohol content in wines. With substantial economic contributions and …

The Impact of Climate Change on South Africa’s Wine Industry Read More

The Environmental Health and Sanitation Department celebrated World Environmental Health Day by urging the building of resilient communities through disaster risk reduction and climate change adaptation. Experts emphasized the need …

EHSD Observes World Environmental Health Day with Calls for Community Resilience Read More

Nigeria’s ongoing reliance on fossil fuels, despite its commitments to climate action, poses substantial risks to economic and environmental stability. The establishment of new refineries, notably the Dangote Refinery, reflects …

Nigeria’s Fossil Fuel Dependency: An Impediment to Climate Commitment Read More

The article highlights the significance of climate finance in implementing the recommendations from the first Global Stocktake of the Paris Agreement. As the COP29 meeting approaches in Azerbaijan, experts emphasize …

Climate Finance: A Critical Need for Global Climate Action Read More

Nigeria’s dependence on fossil fuels amidst climate commitments presents an economic and environmental paradox. Despite pledging to transition away from fossil fuels and acknowledging climate-related challenges at climate summits, the …

Nigeria’s Contradiction: Committing to Fossil Fuels While Acknowledging Climate Imperatives Read More

Nigeria’s deep reliance on fossil fuels, punctuated by commitments to climate action, showcases a contradictory approach that endangers both the economy and environment. The excitement surrounding new oil refineries, including …

Nigeria’s Oil Dependency: A Direct Threat to Climate Commitments Read More

The Borno State Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment and the UK FCCD Lafita Program, held a workshop focused on the health impacts of climate change. …

Borno State Government Hosts Workshop Addressing Climate Change and Its Health Implications Read More

Dr. Iziaq Salako, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Environment, highlighted the government’s action on climate change impacts on public health during an event in Abeokuta. Key measures include incorporating climate …

Nigeria Takes Action to Combat Climate Change Impacts on Public Health Read More