COP30 unveils transformational global climate action agenda outcomes for stronger economies, better lives and jobs in Belém

COP30 unveils transformational global climate action agenda outcomes for stronger economies, better lives and jobs in Belém

UN Secretary General António Guterres addressing a press conference at COP30. PHOTO/UN. By PATRICK MAYOYO [email protected] The Outcomes Report on the Global Climate Action Agenda was released on Friday at COP30 in Belém, offering a comprehensive overview of groundbreaking progress on real-world climate actions that will accelerate the global transition to a sustainable, low-carbon future. The…

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African Union and Germany Deepen Strategic Partnership to Advance Agenda 2063 Priorities

African Union and Germany Deepen Strategic Partnership to Advance Agenda 2063 Priorities

The African Union (AU) and the Federal Republic of Germany have reaffirmed their long-standing partnership for sustainable development, peace, and prosperity in Africa during the AU-Germany Negotiations on Development Cooperation, held on 6-7 November 2025 at the African Union Commission (AUC) Headquarters in Addis Ababa. Germany committed an additional €88 million in new funding to…

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African Union and Germany Deepen Strategic Partnership to Advance Agenda 2063 Priorities

African Activists Rally and Challenge COP30 Agenda

Away from COP30’s official talks, African activists in Belem, Brazil, joined the People’s Summit to expose climate injustices and push for reparations. DW spoke to some of the people leading this fight. Three years ago, when Nigerian activist OduduAbasi Asuquo received her invitation to the UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) in Belem, Brazil, she began preparing…

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African Union and Germany Deepen Strategic Partnership to Advance Agenda 2063 Priorities

Africa’s Migration, Humanitarian Agenda Require Urgent Action – AU Commissioner Twum-Amoah

Addis Ababa — Africa’s migration and humanitarian agenda require urgent, coordinated action, solidarity, and a people-centered approach, according to Amma Twum-Amoah, African Union Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development. A two-day 5th Ordinary Session of the Specialized Technical Committee (STC) on Migration, Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons is underway at the African Union…

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African Union and Germany Deepen Strategic Partnership to Advance Agenda 2063 Priorities

Africa Must Lead Its Own Peace Agenda – Veep

The Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has indicated that Africa must take full charge of its peace and security agenda to secure its future. She said the continent could no longer afford to be a bystander in global affairs and must instead act as a confident and proactive force. This was contained in a…

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ITWeb sets direction for Security Summit 2026 agenda

ITWeb sets direction for Security Summit 2026 agenda

The 21st annual ITWeb Security Summit is an opportunity for business leaders to hear from experts about how to build resilience amid AI-driven attacks, the skills shortage and geopolitical uncertainty. ITWeb has revealed that its 21st annual Security Summit, to be held in mid-2026, will be based on the theme: ‘Redefining security in the face…

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African Union and Germany Deepen Strategic Partnership to Advance Agenda 2063 Priorities

Africa: Palfa Advocates Innovative Methodology to Achieve Africa Agenda 2063

The Pan-African Literacy for All (PALFA) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing literacy and education in Africa through innovative learning methodologies, aligning with the continent’s long-term development blueprint – the Africa Agenda 2063. Speaking at the 14th PALFA conference, held recently at the University of Lagos, the incoming Chair of the International Development Committee Africa,…

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African Union and Germany Deepen Strategic Partnership to Advance Agenda 2063 Priorities

Africa: Guterres Highlights ‘Maximum Impact’ Reform Agenda

The Secretary-General on Wednesday outlined a set of proposals to strengthen the UN’s effectiveness and improve coordination across its three core pillars: peace and security, sustainable development, and human rights. Addressing the General Assembly, António Guterres briefed Member States on the structural reforms and programme realignments that are needed across the UN System to make…

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