COP27 may have ended, but now the real work begins, writes Tiwonge Ng’ona Kampondeni in her final post from the UN climate summit. For nearly three decades, countries like Malawi, which contribute least to climate change yet are worst hit by its impact, have been calling for “loss and damage” … Read More
Read MoreCOP27 and the great fertiliser dilemma
Tiwonge Ng’ona Kampondeni, reports from COP27 on an issue affecting farmers globally One of the biggest concerns facing farmers in Malawi and around the world remains the rising cost of fertilisers worldwide. Chemical fertilisers have been heavily used for decades worldwide to increase crop production and improve soil, but in … Read More
Read MoreFood Waste is Causing up to 10% of Greenhouse Gases
Food waste contributes up to 10% of harmful greenhouse gases, COP summit is told.
Read MoreClimate change, gender inequity and Malawi: Pushing for progress at COP27
Despite being one of the world’s lowest carbon emitting countries, Malawi ranks fifth in a list of nations worst affected by climate change.
Read MoreMeet Tiwonge, our Malawian reporter on the ground at COP27
Meet Tiwonge, our Malawian reporter on the ground at COP27 in Egypt – she has been reporting on the climate crisis for over 15 years.
Read MoreHow women’s business centres are transforming lives in Bangladesh
The Women’s Business Centre has emerged as a model for organising enterprising rural women into cooperative business structures.
Read MoreFor Effective Climate Action, We Must Empower Women
by Peace Nakitto, Self Help Africa Introduction The global climate emergency is affecting every country in the world. And it’s the most marginalised who are the hardest hit. Right now, irregular weather is having a catastrophic impact on lives around the world. We are witnessing these changes here in Uganda. … Read More
Read MoreEngaging Men in the Race to Close the Agriculture Gender Gap
by Virginia Mzunzu Kwizombe, Self Help Africa Introduction Over the years, various initiatives and projects have sought to empower rural women in Africa to meet their potential by mostly targeting women. But to eliminate the deep-seated gender stereotypes and discrimination holding women back, it’s vital men and boys can see … Read More
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