The Kenyan island of Lamu is known for its stunning Indian Ocean setting and 12th-century Old Town. Cars are non-existent here and transport mostly happens by donkey. But the island is about to become home to one of Kenya’s largest industrial projects, raising fears of environmental damage.
READ MOREThe United Nations is issuing an urgent call to action on the world’s dryland forests - areas that sustain the food security and cultural identity of more than two billion people.
The powerful weather system is projected to bring severe heatwaves, below-normal rainfall, and heightened drought risks across Southern Africa.
There could be more heatwaves on the horizon.
'They're up half the night squawking and keep you awake.'
In a decisive stride towards climate resilience,the African Development Bank (AfDB) announced plans to establish a dedicated Carbon Markets Support Facility aimed at galvanizing carbon finance across
Flash floods ravaged the town of Mokwa killing at least 115 people,as rescuers say the real toll is still hidden beneath the mud and debris.
The congestion charge could increase within months.
The company and shareholders will pay.
'We’re not going to have all of the drinking water that we need by the mid-2030s.'
Authorities feared the 1.5 million cubic metre glacier above the village was at risk of collapse.
'Ahe consequences of a large eruption there would be grave indeed and felt across the world.'
Morocco has emerged as a key beneficiary of the Mirova Sustainable Land Fund 2 (MSLF2),a €363 million impact investment initiative targeting sustainable agricultural and forestry management across s
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