Accra, Ghana – A new report by Greenpeace Africa and Greenpeace Germany has revealed the shocking environmental and public health impacts of the global second-hand clothing trade in Ghana. Titled “Fast Fashion, Slow Poison: The Toxic Textile Crisis in Ghana,”…
West Pokot, Kenya- In the arid, rugged landscapes of rural Kenya, a quiet revolution is unfolding. African Food Fellows and local communities have come together in a groundbreaking effort to harness the power of non-timber forest products (NTFPs) in a…
As the global climate crisis intensifies, the possibility of a Kamala Harris presidency has drawn significant attention, particularly regarding her approach to climate change. Known for her unwavering commitment to environmental justice, Harris has consistently championed policies that not only…
Munich, Germany – The African Center for Health, Climate and Gender Justice Alliance (ACHCGA) has unveiled a stark reality: climate change could intensify the battle against HIV Fresh from the 25th International AIDS Conference, AIDS forum in Munich, Germany, ACHCGA is sharing a…
Mombasa, Kenya- A shadow falls across the promise of sustainable development as climate change disproportionately impacts women and girls. This stark reality was brought to light during a UNFPA-led training in Kenya. The training brought to light the correlation between…
Durban, South Africa – For over sixty years, the vast energy reserves beneath Africa’s soil have fueled the growth of the Global North, leaving millions of Africans in the dark. Critics and lobbyists now argue that reliance on fossil fuels…
Kisumu County, Kenya – For the past eight hours, unrelenting rain has pummeled River Nyando, turning the waterway into a raging torrent and displacing over 600 people. This deluge is just the latest chapter in a devastating flood crisis gripping…
Nairobi, Kenya – In a year marked by global turmoil, Kenya seems to have emerged as a beacon of progress, forging ahead with its ambitious development agenda. This success story, however, wouldn’t be complete without highlighting the critical role played…
Marsabit, Kenya– A pre-dawn chill hung in the air as we arrived in arrived in Heilu Manyatta ward, 772 kilometers away from Nairobi. It was early morning around 6 am and we were just in time to witness a donkey…
In Kenya’s bustling economy, progress roars like an engine, yet the air is thick with trouble. The country’s transportation sector, a vital artery of growth, pumps out greenhouse gas emissions at a staggering 7% yearly, fueled by a fleet of…
