Climate Change In Focus As Ghana Host 2nd  CoSPAL

By: Kofi Don-Agor The second Conference of Speakers and Presidents of African Legislatures (CoSPAL) was held in Accra, Ghana, with a focus on climate change (UN SDGs 13), the Rt. Honorable Speaker of Ghana’s Parliament urged delegates to take the pressing issues of climate change and security seriously. He emphasized that climate change is more […]

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United Nations Biodiversity Conference Officially Opens

by:  Kofi Don-Agor Biodiversity is fundamental to human well-being, a healthy planet and economic prosperity for all, enabling us to live in balance and harmony with Mother Earth. The Conference of the Parties (COP 16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), reflects the need to rethink our relationship with nature, to imagine an economic […]

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2024 UN Biodiversity Conference from October 21-November 1, 2024

by:  Kofi Don-Agor Introduction The United Nations Biodiversity Conference is crucial as biodiversity loss continues unchecked, threatening the foundation of life on Earth, The event brings together governments, Indigenous leaders, business leaders and civil society to discuss reversing habitat loss, protecting endangered species and preserving ecosystems. The Subsidiary Body on  Implementation On the final day […]

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Climate Communications and Local Governance-Africa Demands Urgent Collective Action Against Illegal Mining in Ghana

Illegal mining popularly known as galamsey, has caused devastating effects on Ghana’s environment, biodiversity, and water bodies. Climate Communications and Local Governance-Africa (CCLG-Africa) calls on the presidency, parliament, the council of state, traditional authorities, faith-based organizations, and all stakeholders to take immediate action against the menace which has become a threat to the survival of […]

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Bring the Olympic spirit to the task of saving our world 

If there is one image from the Paris Games that captured the Olympic spirit, it would have to be what happened on the medal podium following the floor finals in women’s gymnastics, a moment that melted hearts around the world. American gymnasts Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles, who had won silver and bronze medals, were […]

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The Ugly Face of Climate Change – A Collective Action, Effective Communication & Governance.

Article written by Kofi Don-Agor Introduction The world is facing an unprecedented crisis, manifesting as the ugly face of our planet. The once blue skies are now filled with smog—a type of air pollution characterized by a thick, fog-like haze. Smog forms when pollutants in the air, such as particulate matter (PM), nitrogen oxides (NOx), […]

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Statement to commemorate the third Anniversary of CCLG-Africa

Today, we celebrate a major milestone in our journey towards a sustainable and climate-resilient Africa. It has been three years since the launch of Climate Communications and Local Governance-Africa (CCLG-Africa), and we are proud of the progress we have made. Over the past three years, CCLG-Africa has worked tirelessly to promote climate action and sustainable […]

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Ghana Aligns with Climate Action as Parliament Passes Ghana Shippers Authority Bill, 2024

In a significant move towards climate action, the Ghanaian Parliament has passed the amended Ghana Shippers Authority Bill, 2024, into law. This milestone legislation regulates commercial activities of shippers, promotes transparency in port fees and charges, and enhances accountability in international trade cargo movement. By doing so, Ghana becomes a preferred transit trade channel for […]

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Lands Minister Advocates for Increased Awareness and Education in Border Communities

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abdulai Jinapor, has emphasized the importance of creating awareness and sensitizing residents of border communities to sustain the peaceful and progressive relationship between Ghana and its neighbors. In a speech delivered on the floor of Parliament to commemorate African Border Day on Wednesday, June 12, 2024, the […]

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Climate-Sensitivity Alignment May Be Considered to Qualify for Tax Waivers-Afenyo-Markin

Majority Leader, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin has said Parliament may consider climate-sensitivity agendain the operations of companies, before granting them tax waiver. According to him, climate is more pronounced than before and it is imperative for the legislature to step up its scrutiny efforts in ensuring that businesses/companies adhere to environmental impact assessment or outline climate […]

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