Continental dispatch
Environment
Climate, resources and biodiversity across Africa, with attention to evidence, policy and local consequences.
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This Animal’s Tongue Shatters Weight Record, Revealing Shocking Truth About Elephants You Won’t Believe!
IN A NUTSHELL The African elephant stands as the largest terrestrial mammal with males weighing up to 13,000 pounds. The blue whale dominates the oceans,…
These Birds Are Disappearing: Terrifying Mouse Invasion Shatters South African Ecological Balance And Stuns Experts
IN A NUTSHELL Marion Island faces an ecological crisis as invasive mice prey on its seabirds. The island is a critical habitat for vulnerable seabird…
Liberia Faces Backlash Over Landmark Carbon Credit Deal With UAE Firm
Critics warn that the million-hectare agreement could undermine land rights and environmental governance. Liberia is facing growing domestic and international criticism over a proposed carbon…
Rising Health Risks as Heatwave Intensifies Across Europe: WMO
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has issued an urgent warning as extreme heat continues to grip Europe, stressing that heatwaves are among the deadliest natural…
OPEC Urged to Champion Africa’s Access to Fossil Fuel Financing
The African Energy Chamber (AEC) is calling on OPEC member states and their allies to take a strong stance against global restrictions on fossil fuel…
Tropical Storm Chalane Hits Central Mozambique, Moves Toward Zimbabwe and Beyond
Key Developments Tropical Storm Chalane made landfall in Muanza District, central Mozambique, early on 30 December. The storm brought rain and strong winds to parts…
West African Ministers Approve New Standards for Cleaner Fuels and Vehicles
In a major step toward improving air quality and tackling climate change, 15 West African countries have adopted a comprehensive set of regulations aimed at…
Gabon Sanctions Chinese Logging Giant After Explosive Environmental Report
The government of Gabon has suspended the logging licenses of two sites operated by a major Chinese timber company following revelations of widespread illegal practices,…
Supporting Burkina Faso in Eliminating Mercury Use in Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining
In 2016, the Global Environment Facility (GEF) approved the Global Opportunities for Long-term Development (GOLD) programme to help artisanal gold miners phase out the use…
WorldRiskReport - Focus: Multiple Crises
The WorldRiskReport evaluates global disaster risk for 193 countries, covering all UN member states and more than 99% of the world’s population. Key Findings The…
Johannesburg Leads the Way: Mainstreaming Climate Action to Cut CO₂ Emissions
Johannesburg is taking bold steps to integrate climate action into all aspects of city life, aiming to reduce CO₂ emissions while fostering sustainable growth and…
Gorilla Sanctuary Workers Kidnapped by Militia in Eastern DRC
Eighteen employees of a gorilla sanctuary in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have been kidnapped by an armed militia group, local sources confirmed.…