A question has been going through my head lately: What if we could switch it up? What if we could change the way we think, our habits, the way we live, rethink our priorities, shift our perspectives, and the way we interact with our environment, not just for ourselves, but for the planet that sustains […]
The year draws to a close, and we move closer to 2025. I find myself reflecting on the power of intentionality. The idea came to me recently as I sat with my thoughts: what if we approached sustainability the same way we approach our personal or professional goals? Right now, many of us are busy […]
The climate crisis is no longer a future problem, it is happening right now. Rivers are drying up in East Africa, leaving entire villages without water. Floods in West Africa are washing away homes and destroying farms. People are losing their livelihoods, communities, and sense of security. For millions, the climate crisis is no longer […]
What exactly is COP? Why is it held annually, and what difference does it make to the world? Every year, world leaders, scientists, and advocates come together for a monumental event: the Conference of the Parties, better known as COP. However, for many, the purpose and impact of COP can be unclear. COP stands for […]
As the world prepares for the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, this November, the stakes have never been higher. Climate change is no longer a future threat; it’s a present-day reality. From devastating wildfires to severe flooding, the impacts of climate change are becoming increasingly frequent and destructive, underscoring the urgency […]
The Pact for the Future, adopted in September 2024 at the Summit of the Future, is a revolutionary pact involving world leaders designed to tackle the most pressing global challenges. The pact pushes for immediate action to tackle climate change, reduce inequality, and protect future generations. It is a vision of shared responsibility where the […]
I stumbled over a fallen tree while walking through the forest sometime ago. Its once-strong branches lie lifeless on the ground. It reminded me of a wise saying: “The forest doesn’t weep for a fallen tree.” This ancient proverb holds great truth, especially in the context of climate change. In Africa, we face a similar […]
Africa is at a crossroads. The continent, rich with vast natural resources, is facing a problem that threatens its very own survival: climate change. The shifting climate, due to unpredictable weather patterns and rising temperatures, has become a powerful cause for conflict, destabilizing both communities and governments. A Perfect Storm The connection between climate change […]
Imagine waking up one morning to find that the world has changed overnight. The skies are clearer, the air is fresher, and the streets are cleaner. People are smiling, birds are singing, and the planet is thriving. It is an idealistic dream come true, but what if I told you that this is not just […]
Close your eyes and picture a small village in rural Nigeria, where the air is fresh, the water is clean, and the community is thriving to survive. But beneath the surface, the village is facing an approaching crisis – the nearby forest, which provides livelihoods for many families, is being depleted at an alarming rate. […]
