Zambian Government And Partners Unveil New Financial Mechanism To Accelerate Energy Access Through Mini-Grids
In support of His Excellency President Hakainde Hichilema’s decision to accelerate deployment of mini-grids through the 1000 Mini-grid Initiative, the Zambian government have today unveiled a new financial mechanism to support mini-grid developers: the Demand Stimulation Incentive. Spearheaded by The Rockefeller Foundation with support from the Global Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP) and Sustainable […]
AECF Launches Programme To Help SMEs In Sudan
The AECF (Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund) has today launched the Sudan SME Catalyser with an initial €12.5 million from the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) via KfW. The programme seeks to support SMEs in Sudan that are relocating from areas of conflict to more stable parts of the country. SMEs form […]
WTM Africa Responsible Tourism Awards Highlight The Continent’s Sustainability Trailblazers At Africa Travel Week 2024
The winners of the prestigious World Travel Market Africa (WTMA) Responsible Tourism Awards were announced at Africa Travel Week 2024 in Cape Town. Bangu Masisi of Transfrontier Parks Destinations revealed the honorees, celebrating businesses and initiatives that are making a positive impact through responsible tourism practices. “These awards are integral to WTM Africa’s responsible tourism […]
How African Cities Can Learn From Each Other About Building Climate Resilience
The climate is changing at an astronomical rate and the impact of this can be seen everywhere. Imagine stepping outside your apartment for an early morning jog, only to be greeted by a thick brown dust that makes breathing unpleasant. The seasonal harmattan wind brings another round of degraded air quality that causes respiratory issues for many. […]
Top Lesser Known Safari Parks In Africa
With scenic landscapes, amazing culture, delightful cuisines, and an abundance of wildlife, Africa is a destination that will surely amaze and inspire any visitor. The more popular safari destinations like the Serengeti in Tanzania, Masai Mara in Kenya, and the Kruger Park in South Africa continue to enjoy an influx of visitors from all over the world […]
