Climate change

Drying Rivers and Fading Harvests: Nigerian Farmers Struggle Against Climate-Driven Water Crisis

As rivers dry up and groundwater becomes harder to access, Nigerian farmers are facing unprecedented challenges to keep their crops alive—threatening food security in Africa’s most populous nation. The worsening…

Africa News Now May 12, 2025

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Africa’s Economic Growth Projected at 3.8% in 2025 and 4.1% in 2026, UNECA Report Highlights Key Challenges

Africa’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is projected to grow by 3.8% in 2025 and 4.1% in 2026, according to the latest report released by the United Nations Economic Commission for…

Africa News Now March 13, 2025

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Reviving Earthen Architecture: A Vision for Sustainable Construction in Morocco’s Future

In Ouirgane village, a quiet revolution in construction is taking place. While it may seem like an isolated outpost, the village is witnessing the early stages of a movement that…

Africa News Now February 22, 2025

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Ghana’s President Mahama Advocates for Africa’s Self-Sufficiency and Economic Independence at Munich Security Conference

President John Dramani Mahama participated in the Opening Townhall Meeting of the Munich Security Conference today, where he joined global leaders, policymakers, and economic experts in discussing the theme “Building…

Africa News Now February 14, 2025

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Côte d’Ivoire Launches Forum on Carbon Markets to Lead Low-Carbon Transition in West Africa

Côte d'Ivoire has taken a significant step towards becoming a leader in the low-carbon transition in West Africa and across the African continent by establishing a new Forum on Carbon…

Africa News Now January 25, 2025