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[Namibian] Seismic data has greater benefits to Namibia than just measuring the occurrence of earthquakes, with stakeholders such as the mining sector, construction sector and local authorities relying on its use.

[Nile Post] Members of Parliament's Committee on Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, and Fisheries have urged the National Coffee Research Institute (NaCORI) to intensify efforts in developing climate-resistant coffee varieties to safeguard Uganda's coffee sector.

[VOA] Gaborone -- Botswana authorities say at least nine people were confirmed dead Monday, as rare flooding hit the semi-arid country. More than 5,000 people have been affected by the floods as record rainfall fell over the last week.

[The Conversation Africa] "There is no time for imagination, religious or otherwise. We need to act now!" an irritated scientist told me during a workshop on climate change and religion in 2024. Contrary to the tone of his comment, this scientist was not dismissing religion as being marginal to tackling climate change, but his underlying assumption rang clear: religion, while undoubtedly a necessary part of the solution, is only useful if it works alongside rational science.

[ISS] On paper, Africa is ahead of the world on climate-linked migration, but needs support to implement its progressive frameworks.

[MSF] In recent days, the security situation around the city of Uvira, in South Kivu province of Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has rapidly deteriorated, reaching a critical point on 15 February. Residents describe scenes of looting, increased violence, and clashes within the city between the Congolese army (FARDC) and the Wazalendo fighters. Medical facilities have not been spared from gunfire, impacting patient care. Staff from Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) who were present at the onset of

[SAnews.gov.za] The eThekwini Municipality's Disaster Management and Emergency Services has responded to a heavy rain incident that resulted in four fatalities in the south of Durban.

[SAnews.gov.za] The South African Weather Service (SAWS) says most parts of South Africa will experience scattered to widespread showers and thundershowers today.

[Leadership] The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has called on regional and subregional human rights systems, governments, and Institutions in Africa to take decisive action to safeguard the human rights of its citizens in the face of climate change.

[IPS] Wrongfully accused of 'causing droughts,' a group of LGBTQI people in Zimbabwe involved themselves in climate-smart agriculture and are now showing the way to mitigate climate change in a country recently devastated by El Niño-induced drought.

[Spotlight Initiative] Helen Tanielu is a senior lecturer, academic and researcher at the National University of Samoa. Her expertise is around family violence and ending violence against women and girls (EVAWG).

[Ethiopian Herald] Ethiopia is demonstrating its commitment to combating climate change through concrete actions at home, complementing its participation in global climate summits, according to the Ministry of Planning and Development (MoPD).

[Premium Times] The official said consequences of climate change such as land loss, food insecurity, water scarcity and displacement have become the daily realities for millions, especially in Nigeria.

[This Day] Leaders of the African Union have unanimously demanded a massive increase in climate finance to mitigate climate change in the region. The call for $1.3trillion annually was made at the AU Summit held at the AU headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia recently in a meeting chaired by Kenyan President, William Ruto ahead of upcoming global climate negotiation.

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[World Bank] The assessment includes contributions from the African Development Bank. WRI also launches Green-Gray Infrastructure Accelerator, supporting 11 African cities in building climate resilience.

[Nigeria Health Watch] Climate change has been identified as one of the most significant global health threats, disproportionately affecting low- and middle-income countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. While much attention is given to its impact on agriculture, infrastructure, and general health, the devastating impact of climate change on maternal health remains under-explored despite its critical importance.

[Leadership] Experts have emphasised that Nigeria's upcoming national census is crucial for addressing climate change risks, as accurate population data is essential for shaping sustainable policies.

[WFP] Lilongwe -- Today the United Nations World Food Programme welcomed the generous contribution of US$ 1.75 million from the Government of Japan to address food insecurity, help vulnerable communities recover from natural disasters and enhance the local agricultural export capacity. Japan's Ambassador to Malawi, Yoichi Oya announced the funding at an event in Lilongwe today, alongside representatives from the Government of Malawi.

[UN News] The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) called on Tuesday for urgent action to combat climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, warning that progress on all fronts remains slow and uneven.