Africa Has One Chance to Build Differently
Africa should never have to choose between development and climate action. Earlier this year, a new pedestrian walkway quietly opened
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Africa’s Food Systems Cannot Be Transformed for Young People Without Them
Africa is entering a decisive period for its agri-food systems. Climate change is reshaping production conditions, technology is changing how
From Green Jobs Projections to Paychecks: Can Africa Close Its Coordination Gap?
Africa’s green transition is no longer a question of whether new jobs and economic opportunities will emerge. The opportunity is
The Green Economy Doesn’t Need More Programs, Just More Owners
Every year, 12 million young Africans enter a workforce that can accommodate only 3 million of them (Brookings, 2024). Of
Who Will Own Africa’s Green Economy?
The conversation about Africa’s green transition is becoming increasingly sophisticated. We now discuss climate finance, carbon markets, critical minerals, green
Beyond the Fear: Youth, Risk and the Green Opportunity
In many conversations I have with fellow university students, one feeling comes up repeatedly: hesitation. It is not a lack
Beyond Ideas: Supporting Africa’s Enterprises to Scale
Africa’s future is often defined by stark numbers: 60% of Africans are under age 25. 10 million youth enter the
Youth Must Lead the Green Transition
Across Africa, young people are already defining the green transition, designing solutions, mastering new technologies, and carving pathways into emerging
COP30: What the Outcomes Mean for Africa’s Youth
COP30 in Belém, Brazil, was expected to reset global ambition. Instead, it revealed just how sharply climate politics has fractured.
Embedding Climate Considerations in Business
Is it possible for capital to persist in the era of climate change? Now more than ever, we need a