May 10
Uganda: Heavy Downpour Leaves Six Lwengo Villages Reeling
Nile Post
Six villages in Lwengo district have been left reeling after heavy rains wreaked havoc on their gardens. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Faces $7 Billion Funding Gap to Implement Climate Action Plan
New Times
The government has identified a funding gap of $7.1 billion (Rwf 9 trillion) in order to meet its climate action targets under the Paris Agreement by 2030. The country plans to… Read more »
Kenya: Disregard Claims That Floods in Kenya's Capital Have Swept Crocodiles and Venomous Snakes Into the Streets
Africa Check
Disregard claims that floods in Kenya's capital have swept crocodiles and venomous snakes into the streets Read more »
May 09
Kenya: Kenya Floods - As the Costs Add Up Pressure Mounts On a Country in Economic Crisis [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
There were early warnings that Kenya's long rain season - between March and May - was going to bring above-normal rainfall. The extreme intensity of the rain has resulted in… Read more »
Sudan: Drought or Drowned - Sudanese Continue the Risky Journey to Libya, Europe
Ayin English
With residents of El Fasher and its surrounding areas under siege, those who have the means are fleeing the area to make the perilous journey to Libya and beyond. Read more »
Uganda: Floods Displace Over 500 Households in Dokolo
Nile Post
Authorities in Dokolo District have raised concerns over the increasing number of residents being displaced by floods. Read more »
Somalia: Somalia Issues Warning of Impending Flood Disruptions Across Multiple Regions
Radio Dalsan
Somalia's federal government issued a warning on Tuesday about potential disruptions expected within the next ten days across several regions. Read more »
Kenya: KNUT Urges Case-Specific Reopening of Schools Citing Flood Risks
Capital FM
The Kenya National Union of Primary Teachers (KNUT) has called for a case-by-case approach to reopening primary and secondary schools for the second term citing flooding risks. Read more »
Nigeria: Hand Hygiene Day 2024 - Water Shortages in Nigerian Communities Could Undermine Wash Efforts [blog]
Nigeria Health Watch
Hadiza Mohammed and Onyinye Oranezi (Lead Writers) Read more »
Uganda: Algae Chokes Lake, Leaves Kasensero Residents At Crossroads
Nile Post
The tranquil waters of Lake Victoria have turned into a battleground for survival in Kasensero, a bustling fishing community nestled along its shores in Kyotera District. Read more »
Malawi: Returning Children to School As an Impetus to Recover From Effects of Natural Disasters in Nkhota Kota
Nyasa Times
Zenius Milward and his fellow learners were happily enjoying an English lesson at Msenjere Full Primary School in Nkhotakota when an unexpected visitor forced its way into their… Read more »
Angola: Elephants Kill Four People in Huila Province
ANGOP
Four people died on Wednesday, crushed by a herd of 14 elephants in the commune of Tchinconco, municipality of Quipungo, Huíla province, Angola's south region. Read more »
Somalia: UAE Extends Support to Families Affected By Severe Weather Conditions in Somalia
Shabelle
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has demonstrated its commitment to humanitarian aid by stepping up its support for families devastated by the recent severe weather conditions in… Read more »
Ethiopia: Ethiopia, German Reaffirms Commitment to Strengthen Climate Partnership
ENA
Ethiopia and German have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing climate partnership. Read more »
Nigeria: Post Cop-28 - What's Next for Nigeria?
Vanguard
IT is approximately six months till the next COP 29, scheduled for 11th - 22nd November in Baku, Azerbaijan, where policymakers will gather to renew commitments towards the just… Read more »
Ghana: GNFS Ready to Rescue Flood Victims
Ghanaian Times
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has conducted simulation exercises in readiness for recusing victims of potential flooding, as the rains set in. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Bulawayo to Benefit From Bloomberg Philanthropies Youth Climate Fund
New Zimbabwe
BULAWAYO has been selected as one of the beneficiaries of the Bloomberg Philanthropies Youth Climate Fund, which aims to provide technical assistance and funding to young people to… Read more »
May 08
Malawi: Leveraging Drones to Bridge Healthcare Gaps in Malawi
allAfrica
In healthcare, rapid and efficient distribution is crucial Read more »
Kenya: All Schools to Be Re-Opened On Monday
Capital FM
President William Ruto has ordered the re-opening of all schools on Monday. Read more »
Africa: Playing With the Kids Is Important Work for Chimpanzee Mothers [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Wild chimpanzees have been studied for more than 60 years, but they continue to delight and surprise observers, as we found during the summer of 2017 in Kibale National Park in… Read more »
Africa: South Africa's Plan to Move Away From Coal - 8 Steps to Make It Succeed [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
The South African government's Just Energy Transition Implementation Plan was launched in November 2023. It is a roadmap guiding the country away from reliance on coal-fired power… Read more »
East Africa: Unprecedented Flooding Displaces Hundreds of Thousands Across East Africa
UN News
"Unprecedented and devastating" flooding in east Africa has triggered widespread displacement with hundreds of thousands forced from their homes in Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia,… Read more »
Africa: Fossilised Circles in the Sand On South Africa's Coast May Be Artwork By Our Early Ancestors [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
If you have walked on a dune surface after windy conditions have settled, you may have been privileged to recognise one of Nature's wonders: scratch circles. These are structures… Read more »
Uganda: Lukaya Devastated By Floods - Community Appeals for Urgent Help
Nile Post
Lukaya town in Uganda lies in ruins after devastating floods ripped through the community. Blamed on clogged waterways and environmental neglect, the floodwaters have brought… Read more »
Rwanda: Project in Pipeline to Restore Congo-Nile Divide
New Times
The government has embarked on a new initiative aimed at restoring the Congo-Nile Divide through a comprehensive approach to combat deforestation and erosion while enhancing… Read more »