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Greenpeace Africa Calls for Urgent Climate Action on World Environment Day
In celebration of World Environment Day, themed around land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience, Greenpeace Africa is sounding the alarm on the urgent need for decisive climate action from the Kenyan government.
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The Cameroon Climate Justice Movement calls on the Minister of the Environment to take action against deforestation
Greenpeace Africa has just launched the Cameroonian Climate Justice Movement (CCJM) in Cameroon.
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SCA dismisses Shell’s appeal but extends Shell a lifeline
Bloemfontein, 03 June 2024: The Supreme Court of Appeal today dismissed an appeal by Shell, Impact Africa and the Department of Mineral Resources and Energy of the Makhanda High Court…
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Standing Strong: Shell Review Appeal Update
In a pivotal moment for environmental justice, the ongoing battle against Shell's controversial drilling plans continues. With hearts and hopes aligned, Greenpeace Africa, Natural Justice and allies made a resounding statement of solidarity with the resilient communities of South Africa’s Wild Coast communities.
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Greenpeace Africa Applauds Eswatini’s Bold Move to Ban Single-Use Plastic Carrier Bags
Johannesburg, South Africa, May 23, 2024 – Greenpeace Africa commends the Kingdom of Eswatini for its bold and progressive decision to ban all single-use plastic carrier bags effective December 1,…
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Farmers vs. Corporations: The Struggle to Protect Seed Sovereignty and Biodiversity in Africa
Indigenous seeds, adapted over generations to local climates and soils, are more resilient to pests, diseases, and extreme weather conditions. These seeds are integral to agricultural biodiversity, providing a diverse genetic pool vital for the resilience of community food systems.
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Greenpeace Africa Applauds Senegal’s Publication of Fishing Vessel List and Urges the Government to Join FiTI
Dakar, May 8, 2024 – Greenpeace Africa welcomes the decision of the new Senegalese government to publish the list of vessels authorized to fish in the country’s national waters. This…
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South Africa Elections 2024: The Energy Crisis, The Unemployment Fix & You
How does a vote for clean energy and the climate agenda improve everyday South African life?
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Kenya’s Floods Are a Climate Crisis Wake-Up Call
Devastating floods in Kenya have claimed more than 100 lives in the past month. Heavy rains continue to inundate the country, triggering deadly landslides and posing serious danger to people’s homes and critical infrastructure.
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INC 4: Plastic Treaty in danger as talks in Ottawa end on a disappointing note
Ottawa, Canada, 30 April 2023- Greenpeace Africa expresses its deep disappointment at the outcome of the fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC4) for a Global Plastics Treaty. There…