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FSCA signs milestone pact with IFC to advance sustainability reporting South Africa takes major step towards adopting global ESG disclosure standards. Citywire South Africa

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Mpox Continental Response Plan 2.0; @WHO and @AfricaCDC have devised a roadmap to address ongoing mpox outbreaks in Africa and transition from emergency response to long-term resilience. https://lnkd.in/djK3bwNB

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𝗧𝗮𝗻𝘇𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝘄𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 The government has, for the first time, opened the door for the private sector to provide water services, directly competing with regional water authorities in a bold push to improve efficiency, expand access and raise service standards nationwide. The landmark policy shift marks a significant reform in Tanzania’s water sector, traditionally dominated by public institutions. The long-awaited move comes amid persistent complaints of water scarcity across the country, with private investors repeatedly urging the government to allow them to offer services to citizens. The announcement was made by the Minister for Water, Mr Jumaa Aweso, who made the government’s position clear, declaring that it would not shy away from competition. Read more on The Citizen website.

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Savings and Credit Cooperative Organizations (SACCOs) have been advised to adopt sustainable reporting as part of efforts to strengthen climate risk management, improve transparency, and enhance customer confidence. https://lnkd.in/dcAjA57P

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JIGAWA ALLOCATES N4.2B FOR FLOOD MITIGATION AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE Jigawa is taking flood threats seriously—earmarking over N4 billion to protect communities and boost emergency readiness this rainy season. Dr. Abdullahi Sa’id, Chairman of Local Emergency Management Committees, revealed the fund during a town hall in Ringim. The money supports 21 flood-prone LGAs with prevention efforts, public awareness, and desilting to improve water flow. Local councils also chipped in, showing strong community commitment. JISEPA and SEMA are leading flood preparedness campaigns, urging residents to avoid waste dumping and support government efforts. The Emir of Ringim praised the proactive approach, emphasizing early action to save lives and property. #JigawaFloodRelief #FloodMitigation #EmergencyResponse #ClimateAction #CommunitySafety #RainySeason2025

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In a digital environment that moves at speed, trusted newsrooms provide verification, context, and accountability. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dn32NDvz By Chris Wanobere, GM Broadcast. #NextMediaUG

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A community-focused grassland restoration project in South Africa issued the world’s first Climate, Community and Biodiversity (CCB) carbon credits, a milestone for conservation finance. The issuance of 266,255 verified carbon units by TASC, followed closely after Rubicon Carbon signed a nine-year agreement to supply Microsoft with two million tonnes of carbon credits from trees planted on degraded farmland in Uganda. Subscribe to the newsletter for free: https://lnkd.in/eSPeS5KE Read more: https://lnkd.in/dGYQsS_U

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Despite employing 65-70% of the region’s population and contributing 20-40% of national GDPs, Africa’s agriculture sector receives less than 3% of its overall commercial credit — and in some countries, that share hasn’t changed for decades. But according to Carla Legros, a consultant and strategist in agricultural and inclusive finance, that doesn’t necessarily mean that progress has stalled. She proposes a set of metrics for assessing whether systems change is actually happening in the continent’s agricultural finance sector, building on a 2024 NextBillion article by Gaurav Gupta and Bianca Samson at Dalberg, and Saloni A. https://lnkd.in/ePKuaF34 #agriculture #Africa #AgriculturalFinance #lending #finance #SubSaharanAfrica #SystemsChange #farming #AfricanAgriculture Heather Esper Yaquta Fatehi Artha Global

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As Kenya’s creative economy continues to emerge as a powerful engine for youth employment and innovation, NCBA marks significant milestone in its commitment to the sector with the ELEV8 2025 Series Documentary, showcasing how targeted financial solutions, mentorship and industry collaboration are enabling creatives to build sustainable careers. NCBA Group Nelly Wainaina

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