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Iran Seeks Foreign Help as Fire Ravages UNESCO Forests

Iran has sought foreign assistance to combat a large fire ravaging the UNESCO-listed Hyrcanian forests in the north. Stretching 1,000 kilometers along the Caspian Sea into Azerbaijan, the ancient forests—unique for their 25–50 million-year age and 3,200 plant species—were recognized as a World Heritage Site in 2019. The blaze, allegedly sparked by hunters in Mazandaran province, reignited on November 15 after an earlier outbreak was quelled. Iran’s government urgently requested help from friendly countries, with Turkey dispatching planes, a helicopter, and specialists. If necessary, Iran said it would seek aid from Russia. The country also faces its worst drought in six decades, making firefighting efforts extremely complex. UNESCO highlights the forests’ rare, endemic, and endangered species, vital to Persian heritage and biodiversity. Iranian scientists and officials warn the fire risks irreparable natural and cultural loss, urging accelerated international support.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 22, 2025

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Ahafo

Coalition Against Galamsey Condemns Attack on Anti-Mining Officers in Asutifi North

The Coalition Against Galamsey, Ghana, has strongly condemned the violent attack on members of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Squad (NAIMOS) and other security personnel during a recent enforcement operation in the Asutifi North District. In an official statement, the Coalition described the assault — reportedly involving a sitting Member of Parliament accused of inciting residents to confront state officials — as a “grave affront to national security, democratic governance, and the rule of law.” The group warned that illegal mining (galamsey) continues to destroy rivers, forests, and farming lands, posing a direct threat to Ghana’s environment, economy, and public health. It added that any attack on enforcement officers is an attack on the state and the future of its citizens. The Coalition called on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to reaffirm his zero-tolerance policy against political interference in the […]

Ahmad November 5, 2025

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new africa

Africa to Host First Afro-Caribbean Blue Economy Finance Festival

Africa is set to host the first-ever Afro-Caribbean Blue Economy Finance Festival, a landmark event aimed at driving large-scale civic mobilisation for climate action and sustainable ocean finance. The festival will form part of the Earth3rybe Rhythm Festival, described by organisers as “the largest civic climate mobilisation in human history.” In a statement, Ambassador Justin Duru, President General in Council of the Afro-Caribbean Network Initiative, said the festival marks a major milestone for global climate unity — transforming rhythm and culture into tangible tools for regeneration. Set for April 22, 2026, Earth3rybe seeks to unite 2.5 billion people across 100 countries, blending music, technology, and grassroots participation into measurable environmental impact. At the heart of the initiative is the World Free2Green Carnival, a global campaign enabling citizens to plant trees, stream climate-impact music, earn digital eco-tokens, and finance local sustainability […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA November 2, 2025

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Ahafo

Ghana’s PAC urges EPA to shut down petrol and gas stations in residential areas over safety concerns

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Ghana’s Parliament has called on the Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to take decisive action against individuals and companies operating petrol and gas stations within residential communities. The Committee warned that these practices pose severe safety hazards and could have catastrophic consequences in the event of a fire or explosion. During a recent committee session, Acting Chair Samuel Atta Mills described the situation as both “alarming and unacceptable,” urging the EPA to strengthen enforcement and protect lives and property. “The dangers in siting petrol and gas stations within residential communities are real and deadly in times of emergencies. Such actions must not be entertained,” Atta Mills stated. He further called on the EPA to tighten its licensing procedures, noting that some operators exploit loopholes and allegedly […]

Ahmad November 1, 2025

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Nigeria

FG launches Waste Marketplace to turn waste into economic assets

The Federal Government, through the Federal Ministry of Environment and the National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA), has launched the National Waste Marketplace Programme (NWMP) — a landmark initiative designed to convert waste streams into economic assets and strengthen Nigeria’s circular economy. The programme, developed in collaboration with RecycleStack, was officially unveiled on Thursday during a sensitisation workshop in Abuja. Speaking at the event, the Minister of Environment, Balarabe Abbas Lawal, described the NWMP as a “practical step towards modernising Nigeria’s waste management system and mainstreaming circular economy principles.” According to Lawal, the digital platform will formalise the nation’s waste value chain by connecting waste generators, collectors, aggregators, and recyclers to end-users through a transparent, traceable, and technology-driven system. He explained that the platform will foster environmental compliance, resource recovery, and sustainable production and consumption patterns, while also […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 30, 2025

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Ahafo

NAIMOS Arrests Three Chinese Nationals in Hiawa Koofrom Illegal Mining Operation

The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has intensified its nationwide crackdown on illegal mining, achieving another major success during an intelligence-led operation at Hiawa Koofrom in the Amenfi Central District of Ghana’s Western Region. The operation, conducted after credible intelligence was received from an informant, led to the arrest of three Chinese galamsey operators, the seizure of a pump action shotgun with four cartridges, and the impounding of two excavators used in destructive mining along the Ankobrah River. According to NAIMOS, the taskforce departed for the site around 0910 hours after receiving GPS coordinates pinpointing the illegal mining activity. On arrival, the team encountered both Chinese and Ghanaian illegal miners, many of whom fled into the forest after being alerted by local Okada riders. However, three Chinese suspects were successfully apprehended. A Nissan Navara vehicle, several mobile phones, and […]

Ahmad October 25, 2025

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Nigeria

Nigerian Oil Regulator Rejects New Decommissioning Commission

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has officially opposed a bill to create a new agency for decommissioning oil and gas facilities. The bill, which proposes the National Commission for Decommissioning of Oil and Gas Installations (NC-DOGI), was debated at a public hearing in Abuja. The NUPRC argued that the new commission is unnecessary and would duplicate existing efforts. The House Committee Chairman, Rep. Ado Doguwa, acknowledged that decommissioning old oil facilities is a major challenge for Nigeria. He stated that these abandoned sites have serious environmental, economic, and social impacts on host communities. However, the NUPRC responded that the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) of 2021 already gives it and another agency, the Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), the full responsibility for decommissioning. In a submitted memo, the NUPRC stated that creating a new body would go […]

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 17, 2025

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new africa

Africa Needs $250bn for Climate Goals, Says Kenyan Envoy

The Kenyan High Commissioner to Nigeria, Isaac Parashina, has stated that Africa requires $250 billion to meet its climate change goals, a target for which current funding falls drastically short. Speaking at a climate forum in Abuja, the envoy emphasized that the continent's main challenge is a lack of financial resources, not vision. He called for equitable access to global climate finance to ensure investments translate into measurable impact. Parashina highlighted that the transition gaps are not only financial but also institutional, technological, and managerial. He pointed to Kenya's own success in geothermal energy as an example of what can be achieved with policy continuity and a supportive regulatory environment. The envoy also stressed the need for greater collaboration between African nations, suggesting that Kenya and Nigeria have significant potential for cooperation in renewable energy and green technology.

Abdulmumini Auwal SA October 16, 2025

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Ahafo

Mahama Criticizes Akufo-Addo on Galamsey Fight.

Former President John Dramani Mahama has taken a firm stand against President Akufo-Addo’s approach to tackling illegal mining, popularly known as "galamsey." Mahama’s comments come after Akufo-Addo’s recent remarks suggesting that his administration has made significant strides in addressing the environmental and socio-economic crisis posed by galamsey. However, Mahama argued that the president has failed to address the root causes of the problem, and called for a more decisive government-led approach. The issue of galamsey has remained a major point of contention in Ghana, with accusations that political and traditional leaders are complicit in the illegal activity, which has led to devastating environmental degradation.

Edem 4Style October 18, 2024

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