Media Monitoring, Wednesday 13 March

UNESCO secures a US$5 million project to foster sustainable groundwater use in Zimbabwe, enhancing climate resilience. (UNESCO)

The Green Climate Fund pledges $100 million for climate initiatives in Somalia. (Carbon Pulse)

The African Development Bank (AfDB) grants $16 million to bolster food security in Gambia amidst climate challenges. (Afrik21)

TotalEnergies and Chariot Energy conclude a feasibility study for a significant green hydrogen project in Mauritania, submitting findings to the government. (Upstream Online)

Morocco announces the allocation of a million hectares of land for green hydrogen project development, with an initial 3,000 square kilometers open to investors. (Hydrogen Insight)

Namibia emerges as a global energy hub, unveiling offshore discoveries and green hydrogen initiatives. (SolarQuarter)

Energiequelle expands its presence in South Africa, paving the way for renewable energy expansion. (SolarQuarter)

Exploring how a shipping carbon tax could aid Africa in building climate-resilient trade systems. (African Arguments)

In climate-related flooding, a Ugandan river turns poisonous (Mongabay)

Forestry conservation projects face chop in DRC after govt committee reassesses concession contracts (Carbon Pulse)

Madagascar takes key step toward improving transparency of its fisheries (Mongabay)

South African city copes with climate change by chopping down trees (Washington Post)

Advancements in climate-smart agriculture technologies are discussed in Africa. (Modern Ghana)

A study warns East Africa to brace for more intense rainfall during the short rainy season. (Phys.org)

A study warns East Africa to brace for more intense rainfall during the short rainy season. (Phys.org)

A critical opinion piece examines Africa's descent into a climate crisis while global attention wanes. (Newsweek)

An analysis explores the implications of climate change for South Africa and its population. (UCT News)

Debating whether water provision in drought-hit Zambia is categorized as climate 'loss and damage' or adaptation. (Climate Change News)

A profile of a climate cafe aiding eco-anxious Africans in finding hope amid climate challenges. (Positive News)

An appeal for dropping charges against environmental activists in Uganda. (Human Rights Watch)

An article highlights Africa's escalating public health crisis due to climate change. (Science Nigeria)

Zambia's cholera outbreak underscores the link between climate change and health crises. (Think Global Health)