African Mining Week will explore how digital tools are being utilized by African projects to optimize mineral extraction and drive local beneficiation, fostering economic growth African mining projects are increasingly incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline operations and meet ambitious…
Rivers State Government To Revive Songhai Farms
The Rivers Government has pledged to revive the Songhai Integrated Farms to boost food production and create lasting job opportunities for the youth. Rivers Administrator, retired Vice Admiral Ibok Ete Ibas, stated this during an inspection visit to the farm…
NNPCL GCEO, Ojulari Targets $60 Billion in Investments, 3mbpd in Production Increase By 2030
The new Group Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), Engr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, has unveiled bold strategic goals aimed at transforming the national oil company into a world-class, high-performing energy giant. Speaking at a town…
Youth Charter Calls for Stronger Youth-Focused Communiqué Following UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum 2025
The Youth Charter extends its appreciation to ECOSOC, the UN Youth Office, and all collaborating partners, and stands ready to work with global stakeholders to translate this year’s Forum energy into lasting impact Following active participation in the 2025 ECOSOC…
Infrastructure Investments Propel Africa’s Mining Growth
As Africa expands its regional corridors with major rail and port projects, African Mining Week 2025 in Cape Town will showcase the critical role of infrastructure in unlocking mining potential and driving industry investment Africa and its global partners are…
Buzzing Beneath the Radar: Africa’s Bees and the Silent Struggle to Survive
By Christopher Burke Bees are in serious trouble across much of the world. Alarming headlines from Europe, North America and parts of Asia warn of collapsing colonies, pesticide overload and climate-related stress threatening one of the planet’s most vital pollinators.…
NGOs Say Germany’s Africa Food Strategy Must Prioritize Food Sovereignty
A policy brief by Power Shift Africa (PSA) and Germanwatch says Germany should put food sovereignty at the centre of agricultural cooperation in Africa. Power Shift Africa (PSA), a Kenyan climate development policy think tank, and Germanwatch, a German environmental…
Bayelsa Governor Urges Renaissance Energy Not To Be Like SPDC
Bayelsa State Governor, Senator Douye Diri, has called on Renaissance Africa Energy Company Limited to distinguish itself from the legacy of Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) by operating with greater inclusivity and accountability. The appeal came on Wednesday, April 16,…
Adaptation Fund Board Approves Record US$ 137 Million in New Projects; Doubles Country Cap to US$ 40 Million
In a set of milestone decisions at its 44th meeting, the Adaptation Fund (AF) Board approved over US$ 137 million in new projects – a new record that eclipsed the US$ 100 million mark in a single Board meeting for…
Kenya’s Green Finance Taxonomy Published – Legal Developments and Strategic Considerations
Christina Nduba-Banja, Yusra Butt and Nduta Muhindi Following the issuance of the draft Kenya Green Finance Taxonomy in March 2024 (draft KGFT), the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) has published the first edition of the Kenya Green Finance Taxonomy (Taxonomy).…
