Covering the systems that sustain us.
Kigali, Rwanda – The African Development Bank (AfDB) has announced a $300 million investment in projects aimed at boosting agriculture in Rwanda, part of a broader effort to strengthen one of the country’s most profitable sectors. The announcement came during the bank’s annual talks with the Rwandan government and other development partners, where discussions focused on…
Kigali, Rwanda – Nearly 1,000 African leaders, thinkers, and changemakers are gathering in Kigali this week for the inaugural Africa Mindset Reset Forum, taking place on August 25–26, 2026, at the Kigali Convention Centre. Convened by the African School of Governance (ASG), the forum brings together heads of state, former presidents, business leaders, and young innovators to chart a…
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), through its Food Systems Resilience Program (FSRP) with support from the World Bank, concluded a two-day high-level learning event aimed at strengthening political leadership, investment, and regional collaboration for agrifood systems transformation. The event brought together the IGAD Committee of Ambassadors, the IGAD Parliamentary Forum on…
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia – The 17th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP17) to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) is underway in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, from August 17 to 28, 2026, under the theme “Restoring Land. Restoring Hope.” With over 12,000 representatives from 167 countries attending, the conference has emerged as a critical platform for translating global…
A World in Peril. The natural world is sounding an alarm—one that grows louder with each passing year. Climate change is no longer a distant threat; it is an unfolding catastrophe systematically dismantling the web of life on Earth. From frozen Arctic expanses to sun-scorched African savannas, wild animals face an existential crisis. The scale…
When we think about solving a problem as complex as childhood malnutrition, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. The statistics are stark, the challenges immense, and the solutions often seem to require massive, complex interventions. But sometimes, the most powerful solutions are the simplest, the most humble, and the most deeply rooted. Today, let’s talk about…
Deadline: September 1, 2026 The Halton Foundation is inviting applications from eligible non-profit organizations for grants that support research and solution development aimed at improving indoor environmental quality and human well-being. This is a unique opportunity for universities, research institutes, and NGOs worldwide to advance knowledge and practical solutions for healthier indoor environments. About the…
Deadline: 28 August 2026 The Kvinna till Kvinna Foundation, with support from the Austrian Development Agency (ADA), invites eligible Rwandan civil society organizations to apply for the REsearch and ACTion for Women’s Participation in Environmental Peacebuilding and Climate Change Prevention (REACT) Programme. This call offers up to €170,000 over two years (January 2027 – December 2028) to organizations…
Deadline: August 25, 2026 The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, through its Grand Challenges initiative, has launched a groundbreaking funding opportunity for organizations developing AI-powered solutions to improve family planning access across Sub-Saharan Africa. The AI-Enabled Consumer Engagement to Advance Family Planning program offers up to $500,000 USD per project for a 12-month grant period to generate evidence on…
The Swiss Re Foundation has opened applications for Shine 2027, a unique programme combining grant funding with an accelerator designed to support early-stage urban climate ventures. The initiative seeks innovations that help urban communities reduce emissions, adapt to climate change, and improve lives. Why This Programme Matters Cities account for approximately 75% of global greenhouse gas emissions and…
