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…
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…
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…
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…
South Africa is pursuing an ambitious G20 agenda for the November Summit in Johannesburg — an agenda which, say some, is overly ambitious. South Africa is pursuing an ambitious G20 agenda for the November Summit in Johannesburg — an agenda which, say some, is overly ambitious. Has South Africa boosted Africa’s prospects by pursuing a…
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,…
Nairobi — Africa’s agricultural modernization is set to take center stage as stakeholders from across the continent and beyond prepare for the 2025 Africa International Agricultural Expo (AIAE), scheduled for October 28th to 31st at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. The event, which the organizers say seeks to position Africa as a…
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…
COP30 negotiator Malang Sambou Manneh believes the method of countering growth in fossil fuel development lies in technology. Showcasing alternatives that work provides the opportunity for the global South to take the lead and present best practices in renewables. NAIROBI, Oct 14 2025 (IPS) – The Gambia’s lead negotiator on mitigation believes that COP30 presents…
As global financial headwinds continue to squeeze emerging markets, Africa’s trade finance gap, estimated at up to $100 billion annually, will once again come under the spotlight. To help close this gap, Afreximbank will host the 25th edition of its flagship Trade Finance Seminar (ATFS2025) in Abidjan from November 4-6, 2025. The discussions will explore…
