South Africa recently hosted the G20 Meeting of Agricultural Chief Scientists in Limpopo, ahead of the G20 Leaders’ Summit being hosted in Johannesburg later this year. Senior agricultural scientists and policymakers...
drought
The Paris Agreement is a delusion
Climate change: these two words signify a global crisis with consequences for all of us. In Lagos, Africa’s most populous city, the risk of extreme rainfall threatens to increase flooding, destroy infrastructure and...
Addressing Zambia’s Water Security Challenges
This policy briefing outlines the scale of Zambia’s current water crisis and examines its impact on agriculture, the environment, and the economy. Based on this analysis, it recommends a multifaceted approach to...
Improving water governance in South Africa to ensure a water-secure country
South Africa is a dry country with limited water resources. According to the 2030 Water Resources Group Annual Report, the country’s demand for water is expected to rise by 17.7 billion m³ in 2030, while water supply...
Food scarcity worsens in Africa
Rising food prices, population growth and climate change - exacerbating droughts - are all factors contributing to increased food insecurity in Africa. Also, the continent lacks agricultural infrastructure to store its...
International climate change finance and Africa: New commitments and remaining challenges
Climate change is a global challenge that requires coordinated international and national action. A just and fairer playing field for poor regions such as Africa is key to creating durable solutions and equitable...
FOLLOW US
READ THE LATEST ISSUE
