COP29: An Opportunity to Tackle Malnutrition and Boost Growth through Climate Action
The stakes are higher than ever. Climate change, once viewed as a distant environmental issue, now has a direct impact on human health, food security, and economic stability. The consequences are particularly severe for vulnerable populations, who are…
Finding Alternatives to Carbon: NBS Advocates Tree Planting as Firewood Use Surges
When options are scarce and caught between, people go back to their old ways. Against the backdroo of a return to firewood as cooking alternative in many Nigeria, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) is calling for reforestation and carbon…
LightOut Campaign Sparks Climate Awareness in Lagos Schools, Empowering Youth for a Greener Future
Great things they say starts with a step. This is one of them. “LightOut” campaign, initiated by Viamo in partnership with the Foundation for Leadership and Education Development, visited secondary schools in Lagos to educate over 600…
Protecting Endangered Species – A Quick Guide
It is a dinosaur game. With habitats shrink, poaching tthriving and climate change accelerating, endangered species face the threat of extinction globally. It’s a sad reality. Protecting these animals demands more than awareness; it requires a…
The Man Who Denied Food to Save His Homeland
Sonam Wangchuk, a renowned Indian activist and innovator, recently completed a 16-day hunger strike, bringing global attention to his battle to preserve Ladakh’s fragile environment. For Wangchuk, who has spent decades championing sustainable…
Why Youth Entrepreneurs Are Key To Tackling Climate Change in Africa
Tony Elumelu wrote… I am a proud Nigerian and a proud African. I am also a philanthropist and entrepreneur—and I have seen firsthand that to effectively tackle climate change within the African context, from Egypt to Nigeria to South Africa, we…
Innovative Solutions to Climate Change: Eco-Friendly SIM Cards and Flood-Resistant Infrastructure
Little things matter now. As climate change intensifies, nations worldwide are exploring innovative ways to mitigate its impact. Two recent initiatives in Nigeria reflect this urgency. MTN Nigeria, in its commitment to reducing plastic waste, has…
Scaling Up Biodiversity Finance: A Nigerian Perspective
Biodiversity loss is a pressing issue globally, and Nigeria is no exception. The country’s rich natural resources are under threat from deforestation, habitat destruction, and illegal wildlife trade. To make this less severe, Nigeria must align…
Milton: The Deadly Gust of Hurricanes
Hurricanes are often given names that sound benign, even beautiful. However, their impacts are anything but easy. This year’s hurricane season has been no exception, with Hurricane Milton now posing a severe threat to Florida. After briefly…
Bridging the Climate Finance Gap: Africa’s Struggle and the Global Responsibility to Ensure Resilience
Climate finance is critical to Africa’s fight against climate change, yet the continent continues to face significant challenges in accessing adequate funds. Despite being one of the least contributors to global greenhouse gas emissions (less than…