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Call to advance financial inclusion for women

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… institutions, financing sustainable development and climate action, driving inclusive growth and job creation, … accountability beyond events. Conferences do not change the world — systems do. That means setting measurable …

Regional cooperation in agriculture key to food security

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… between South Africa and Zimbabwe to boost food security, climate resilience and agricultural trade in the region. … Zimbabwe Agricultural Show. The President stressed that climate change posed a growing threat to agriculture, with droughts …

Let us all support the Class of 2025  

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… poverty, inequality and the materialising effects of climate change, requires innovation and foresight that will also help …

SA appoints economic experts to produce G20 report on global wealth inequality

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… and employment -- all in the context of worsening climate change,” Ghosh said. These further increase the wealth of the … Africa): Professor of Economics; Pro Vice-Chancellor: Climate, Sustainability and Inequality, and Director of the …

Deputy Minister calls for investment in SA

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… the strides made by India in digital transformation, climate finance, and deepened engagement with Africa and the … sustainable development and addressing the challenges of climate change.  “As a country, we offer infrastructure, talent, and …

Inclusive growth at the forefront: South Africa’s G20 Presidency champions socio-economic empowerment

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… share our knowledge and stories with a view to inspiring change throughout the world. Equal opportunities and fair … and empowerment of women working group, energy, climate, education and health, among others. The digital … a chance to shape global policy on pivotal matters such as climate change, whilst the empowerment of women working group …

Urbanisation provides opportunities

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… and basic services, alongside the growing threats of climate change and infrastructure backlogs. The Premier outlined … in infrastructure to create inclusive, resilient, and climate-conscious cities. •    Integrating rural and urban …

Call to plant one million trees

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… that tree planting is a valuable tool in the fight against climate change as it acts as a natural carbon sink by absorbing … initiatives play a crucial role in mitigating climate change and helping communities adapt to its impacts,” …

Call for bold innovation to tackle water challenges

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… held in KwaZulu-Natal, placed particular focus on climate change, sustainable water management, pollution control, and …

Nzimande advocates for African-led climate research at international conference

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… has emphasised the continent’s critical role in global climate research and the need for African institutions to … the urgent need for African-led scientific research and climate adaptation strategies, stressing the importance of … 2% to 5% of their gross domestic product (GDP) to climate change, with some nations diverting up to 9% of their budgets …

DWS and AWSISA sign landmark cooperation agreement to advance water security

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… and initiatives focused on infrastructure delivery, climate resilience, and transformation. Majodina said the … resources and influence, we can accelerate the pace of change, address infrastructure backlogs, build institutional …

Majodina welcomes $10bn commitments from AU water investment summit

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… partners to drive solutions for water provision and climate-resilient infrastructure. A total of 1 690 delegates … economic growth, eradication of poverty and hunger, and climate sustainability, by accelerating investments into … and the critical role that water plays in climate change adaptation and mitigation and the goals of Agenda …

Namibia pledges billions to expand water and sanitation access

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… millions of Africans, but also to advancing food security, climate resilience and socio-economic development. … Africa and faces acute water scarcity made worse by climate change. Despite this, she said the country is determined to …

Ministers showcase Africa’s multibillion water sector projects for global investors

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… projects presented included the construction of dams, climate-resilient financing, and nationwide water supply … for investment, start in Zimbabwe,” the Minister said. Climate resilient financing strategy Malawi Minister of Water … water resources management in the context of climate change. The major achievements of the first phase of the …

Climate action can’t wait- and neither can Africa

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… By Maesela Kekana Climate change is no longer a future problem – it’s happening now, … on vulnerable countries and including on our own continent Climate action is necessary on all fronts – ambitious … Climate action can’t wait- and neither can Africa …

South Africa needs higher investment in water

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… sector investment to address growing challenges linked to climate change and population growth.  Speaking to SAnews on the … decent sanitation. But equally we are having challenges of climate change [as] more than 2.4 billion people are living …

African leaders commit to increase water and sanitation investment

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… and other global leaders to advance water security and climate resilience. “We commit to call for the reform of the … that water investments can reduce the impact of climate change and build resilience. The leaders further …

Botswana calls for risk management to secure long-term water availability

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… economic growth. Speaking on Botswana’s vulnerability to climate change, President Boko noted that the country is among four … scenario. He stressed that adaptation to climate change will require tailor-made interventions that …

King Mswati calls for collective action to address Africa’s water challenges

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… safeguards public health, and strengthens defences against climate vulnerability. However, like many African nations, he … infrastructure, increasing water needs, and the impacts of climate change. He said the country’s major rivers, shared with …

eThekwini welcomes approval to develop new power generation capacity

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… development outcomes, job creation, economic growth, climate change and spatial transformation,” the mayor emphasised. … without any disruption. The project supports both our Climate Action Plan and South Africa’s Nationally Determined …