Private Sector Partnerships for a Sustainable Blue Economy in the Western Indian Ocean
With oceans under increasing pressure from a range of anthropogenic threats, including
climate change, the need for effective partnerships for ocean governance and protection has never been more pressing.
Stranded Assets: The Nexus Between Extractives, Climate, & the Circular Economy Within the African Extractives Sectors
As the world moves towards a low-carbon energy transition, the potential risk of stranded assets within the extractives sectors in Africa is increasingly a reality for many fossil fuel dependent countries.
Are African Oil and Gas Producers Prepared for the Energy Transition?
Many African oil and gas producers will have to find alternative public revenue sources as the world progressively moves away from fossil fuels.
Exploring Resource and Climate Drivers of Conflict in Northern Mozambique
The rise of a violent extremist group in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province has posed a threat to the security of local communities since its emergence in 2017.
The Bear is back: Russian re-engagement with Africa is picking up with Putin in the driving seat
Vladimir Putin has placed a high premium on rebuilding Russia’s stature as a global power, and these efforts extend to Africa. He first visited the continent in 2006, promising $1bn in investments and making a clear declaration of Russian interest.
Atoms for Africa’s Development: The Case for Nuclear Power Generation in Africa
Alternative sources of electrical power generation are currently attracting more attention, primarily due to global demands for sustainability and environmental considerations.
Elevating the Role of Communities in Conservation Management Areas
Protected areas and other types of biodiversity-focused management tools play an integral role in safeguarding and restoring Africa’s biodiversity, which in turn enhances the resilience of ecosystems in building a defence against climate change.
After Idai: Insights from Mozambique for Climate Resilient Coastal Infrastructure
Between March 2019 and January 2021, Beira, the second largest city in Mozambique, was hit by two severe cyclones and a tropical storm, that resulted in massive infrastructure and crop damage as well as human losses.
The WTO and Africa: The State of Play and Key Priorities Going Forward
For African states, pursuing an economic development agenda remains at the centre of their trade strategy at the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Governance at a Glance: Botswana’s APRM Experience
Botswana acceded to the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) in February 2019, making it the 38th AU Member State to take this step.