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In Focus

Climate

This beat covers the effects of climate change on people and the planet, and individual and collective climate actions to mitigate and adapt to its impacts.

Africa’s Environmental Vanguard

climatewomen 40 Years of AMCEN and the Road to 2063.

Mãezinha of Rincão: A woman of the sea, a voice for her community

In the coastal town of Rincão, Maria Sábado Horta Fidalgo combines local fishing knowledge with small-scale entrepreneurship to support her family and strengthen her community’s economy.

How the ocean sustains a community in Cabo Verde

Climate actionSocial Protection In Ribeira da Barca, the sea connects school meals, family kitchens, and local markets.

From maritime to Blue economy: Transforming Cabo Verde’s fisheries Sector

Climate actionSocial Protection Sustainable practices, value chains, and inclusive growth are shaping the country’s ocean-based development.
COP27Climate actionWe need “agenda-setting finance” for national climate pledges, a just energy transition, and to de-risk climate-linked private sector investment
COP27climate changeSouth Africa’s plan could be a roadmap for countries transitioning from high-polluting energy sources to renewables
Youth & Climate change

Putting young people at the forefront of climate action and helping them realize their full potential

womenagricultureGreen alternatives can transform Africa’s agri-food systems and generate significant benefits
Gender EqualitywomenWorld Food Day is 16 October: Why the case for empowering women, girls, and youth is urgent
Food Securityclimate change

A new IMF policy paper says fiscal and financial policies and reforms such as technology transfer can reduce damage and help countries adapt

climate changeClimate actionVoices of the marginalized and at-risk people are crucial for generating appropriate locally owned solutions.
COP27

Green economy can be impetus for growth and development

environment universal human right

The resolution notes that the right to a healthy environment is related to existing international law and affirms that its promotion requires the full implementation of multilateral environmental agreements.

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