Science and Development Network
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Africa has contributed less than any other region to the greenhouse gas emissions that are widely held responsible for global warming. But the continent is also the most vulnerable to the consequences.
(Photo credit: Andrew Heaven)
Opinions and Analysis
Africa Analysis: Seize the moment on climate tech
Africa must make sure its grassroots innovations can benefit from a new global green technology support mechanism, argues Linda Nordling.
Africa Analysis: Disaster warning not just about science
The East Africa famine calls into question the wisdom of investing in early warning systems without improving take-up, writes Linda Nordling.
Better grazing practices hold key to Kenyan droughts
5 August 2011
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Africa Analysis: Regional climate plan deserves support
7 July 2011
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Policy Briefs
Integrating water with climate change adaptation plans
Climate change adaptation initiatives can be built into water management programmes to protect water resources in Africa.
1 July 2011
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Source: UK Houses of Parliament
Reducing emissions through African agriculture
Agriculture, forestry and other land uses in Africa can help mitigate climate change while providing co-benefits.
8 July 2009
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Source: World Agroforestry Centre
News and Features
Software apps for African farmers win prizes
Software applications, or apps, that help solve East African farmers' climate problems have received cash prizes in the Apps4Africa competition.
8 February 2012
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Trees near homes boost incomes, sequester carbon
African smallholders could benefit from both cash crops and carbon payments by planting trees such as mango and cashew around their homes.
Emissions cuts also offer quick health and crop benefits
13 January 2012
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