Patients With Chronic Kidney Disease Need Mental Health Support – As Well As Renal Dialysis
As the world marks World Kidney Day on 9 March, new research has revealed that – besides its physical impact – kidney disease is taking a serious toll on patients’ mental health. A patient with chronic kidney disease (CKD) will often require up to three, four-hour dialysis sessions every week – a huge disruption to […]
First African Woman Elected Chair Of UN Disability Committee
Gertrude Oforiwa Fefoame of Ghana has been elected as the new Chair of the UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) – making her the first African woman to lead the committee. Gertrude, who is also Sightsavers’ global advocacy manager for social inclusion, was elected to the position during the CRPD’s 28th session […]
Applications Are Now Open For AGRA’s 2023 VALUE4HER Women Agripreneurs Of The Year Awards -WAYA
AGRA has launched a call for applications for the 2023 Women Agripreneurs of the Year Awards (WAYA) that recognise African female agripreneurs demonstrating remarkable Innovation and business excellence in agricultural value chains. The winning agripreneurs, who will be unveiled during the 2023 AGRF Summit, will receive a total of $85,000 in grant funding. To be […]
COP28 President-designate Urges Oil And Gas Sector To Increase Commitments On Global Climate Action At World Leading Energy Event, CERAWeek
Energy leaders have the knowledge, experience, expertise and the resources needed to address the dual challenge of driving sustainable progress while holding back emissions. Highlights that with the right incentives, technologies, mindset and partnership model, the oil and gas industry has the capacity and the resources to help everyone address scope 3. Emphasizes need for […]
How To Approach The Climate And Energy Crises In Sub-Saharan Africa When Investing
Despite being responsible for less than four percent of global emissions, Africa has been disproportionately affected by the climate crisis. In fact, research has shown that the continent of Africa is the most vulnerable to the negative impacts of climate change. At the same time, the continent’s energy needs are growing significantly. As one of […]
International Women’s Day 2023, Digital Inclusion Is Vital For Strengthening Women’s Rights In Africa
By S. Mona Sinha The internet has a pivotal role to play in empowering women and girls across Africa, but preexisting forms of gender discrimination and marginalization are underpinning a widening digital gender divide. The root causes preventing millions from getting online need to be urgently addressed, because until we close the technology gap, longstanding […]
