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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…
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Greenpeace Africa Annual Report 2023
Download the full report: Greenpeace Africa Annual Report 2023
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INC-4: Greenpeace Africa is alarmed by the growing number of fossil fuel lobbyists in treaty negotiation
Ottawa, Canada, 25 April 2024 – Over 195 fossil fuel and chemical industry lobbyists have gained access to the fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC4) to negotiate…
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INC 4: A strong Global Plastics Treaty is still within reach
Ottawa, Canada 23 April 2024 – Greenpeace International and the Descendants Project urge member states to watch out for mischief during negotiations. It is critical that the fourth Intergovernmental Negotiating…
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4 false solutions that won’t solve the plastic pollution crisis
Plastic pollution has managed to invade even the most remote areas of our environment and has also been reported in several tissues of the human body. Plastic production levels have…
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Greenpeace Africa Welcomes Kenya’s Ban on Plastic Garbage Bags, Calls for Clarity and Strengthened Infrastructure.
Nairobi, Kenya 22 April 2024 – In response to the recent directive issued by the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) regarding the use of biodegradable garbage bags for organic waste,…
