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African stories on sustainable living and resource use.
byGloria Edukere• Nov 23, 2025
South Africa’s crackdown on duty-free imports hints at a blueprint for protecting jobs, the environment, and regional trade.
Read MorebyThe Trending Desk• Nov 15, 2025
On November 5, 2025, Lagos Fashion Week received a £1 million Earthshot Prize in Rio. Africa’s first circular fashion hub is now on the way.
Read MorebyAdetoro Adetayo• Nov 15, 2025
Rachid Yazami’s discoveries reveal how Africa could build its own battery industry, capturing value instead of exporting raw minerals abroad.
Read MorebyThe Trending Desk• Oct 5, 2025
On October 1–3, 2025, ministers and investors met in Cape Town to chart Africa’s mining future: innovation, investment, and inclusion took center stage.
Read MorebyEzinne Okoroafor• Aug 17, 2025
A Waste-based Tax and Extended Producer Responsibility could keep jobs alive while tackling pollution at the source.
Read MorebyAdetumilara Adetayo• Aug 6, 2025
Fiber cables and cloud servers don’t get much attention, but they’re changing lives—from smart farms in Uganda to online classrooms in Nigeria. Can Africa connect the rest before the gap widens?
Read MorebyAdetoro Adetayo• Aug 3, 2025
Bamboo is cheap, fast-growing, and carbon-rich. Cameroon has a national strategy and active pilot projects, but unlocking scale will take more than potential.
Read MorebyEzinne Okoroafor• Jul 21, 2025
With no clear disposal path, menstrual waste becomes a silent threat, polluting land, water, and communities.
Read MorebyAdetola Adetayo• Jul 15, 2025
Women-led collectives are weaving climate-smart fashion from heritage crafts, creating lasting jobs along the way.
Read MorebySalamatu Alabi• Mar 23, 2025
Africa’s biggest trade deal promises economic growth, but weak regulations and rapid industrial expansion could trigger an environmental crisis. What’s the plan?
Read MorebyThelma Ideozu• Feb 26, 2025
For centuries, African women have crafted shea butter by hand—now, as global demand soars, who truly benefits from this billion-dollar industry?
Read MorebyAdetoro Adetayo• Feb 8, 2025
Many companies promote ESG initiatives, but are their reports accurate reflections of real change or just carefully crafted narratives hiding the truth?
Read MorebyThe Publishers• Feb 5, 2025
Betty’s designs fuse African craftsmanship with practical, mindful living—creating functional pieces that preserve culture and empower local communities.
Read MorebyTomi Abe• Dec 4, 2024
Passed down through generations, Nubian homes tell a story of survival, ingenuity, and a timeless connection to their roots.
Read MorebyAdetoro Adetayo• Nov 5, 2024
As the black rhino teeters on the brink of extinction, dedicated conservationists and communities unite to combat relentless poaching and habitat loss.
Read MorebyAdetola Adetayo• Oct 31, 2024
Will Ethiopia’s rich coffee culture and biodiversity withstand climate shifts, stricter regulations, and economic pressures, or are these threats too great?
Read MorebyAdetoro Adetayo• Oct 18, 2024
Capricorn Group believes investing in education and local communities isn’t just charity—it’s a smart strategy for lasting change.
Read MorebyAdetoro Adetayo• Oct 13, 2024
As dietary habits shift globally, understanding the impact of cultural traditions and modern influences is essential for making healthier choices.
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