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Empowering Women in Nasarawa with Smart Agriculture

Fifty women in Nasarawa State, Nigeria, are part of a transformative initiative by the Global Initiative for Food Security and Ecosystem Preservation (GIFSEP). Through training in smart agricultural practices, these…

Building Resilient African Economies in the Face of Climate Shocks

Experts at the African Development Bank Annual Meeting emphasized the urgent need for resilient African economies in the face of climate shocks. Minister of Finance Binbin Iman called for innovative…

AACJ Burkina Faso Trains Government Institutions on Climate Project Formulation and Finance Mobilization

In a bid to bolster Burkina Faso's climate resilience, the African Activists for Climate Justice (AACJ) program has embarked on a crucial mission. Through a five-day training program, 25 experts…

AACJ Stories of Change on Youth Empowerment

The AACJ Program proudly presents a special edition of "Stories of Change" highlighting youth empowerment in climate justice. This edition showcases the consortium initiatives which equip young activists with the…

From Waste to Wealth, Elizabeth’s Eco-Friendly Fuel and Income Solution

Elizabeth is sparking a sustainable revolution by teaching her community how to make eco-friendly briquettes. These briquettes, made from agricultural waste, not only provide a cleaner burning alternative to wood…

Boyani Community’s Cry for Justice

In the heart of Kilifi County, the serene life of the Boyani community has been shattered. Faced with cracked homes, stunted crops, and a vanishing water supply, they stand united…

The rising sea is swallowing our homes” – cries from Saloum Delta

In the Saloum Delta, the rising sea threatens the existence of over 100,000 residents, with saltwater intrusion destroying farmlands and livelihoods. Action for Environmental Justice (AEJ) and Oxfam Novib are…

Voice from the frontline: Somalia’s climate crisis and Abdulaziz’s appeal​

In the wake of unprecedented floods that ravaged Somalia and neighbouring East African countries, Abdulaziz Sheik Nor, founder of the Arladi Environmental and Human Rights Organization, emerged as a beacon…

Strengthening Climate Advocacy and Communication in the AACJ Southern Cluster

The AACJ Southern Cluster Workshop sparked a wave of collaborative energy towards advancing climate justice. Representatives from Mozambique and South Africa, among others, converged to strengthen their advocacy and communication…

Senegal: Bargny Community Mobilizes to Protest Against the Installation of a New Cement Plant.

Bargny is a coastal town located in the Rufisque department in Senegal. Historically, the community relied on fishing, agriculture, and processing of fishery products for their livelihood. Today, the population…