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Resilient Futures Open Call 2026: Funding for Bold Ideas at the Intersection of Democracy and Climate

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Deadline: 4 September 2026 Applications are now open for the Resilient Futures Open Call 2026, a global funding opportunity for innovators with bold ideas that connect democratic political leadership and climate resilience. The programme supports early-stage, non-partisan projects that can create lasting impact in communities around the world. The initiative brings together four leading funders: the Better…

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AATIF Funding Application: Access Investment for African Agriculture

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The Africa Agriculture and Trade Investment Fund (AATIF) provides an important financing avenue for agribusinesses and financial institutions working to strengthen African agricultural value chains. Established in 2011 by KfW with support from the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and Deutsche Bank, the fund has deployed over USD 550 million in investment capital across the…

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UNHCR Innovation Accelerator 2026: Scale Your Solution for Displaced Communities

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Deadline: 12 July 2026 The UNHCR Innovation Accelerator is now accepting applications from organizations with proven solutions ready to scale their impact for forcibly displaced and stateless people. This initiative bridges the gap between successful pilot initiatives and sustainable, system-level impact, providing a structured pathway for high-potential innovations to grow and significantly contribute to humanitarian…

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2026 Business & Climate Talks: Eco-Tourism and Green Investment Take Center Stage in Musanze

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Musanze, Rwanda – Today, the picturesque district of Musanze—home to Rwanda’s iconic Volcanoes National Park—played host to the first edition of the 2026 Business & Climate Talks. This landmark event brought together stakeholders from across sectors to explore how eco-tourism, sustainability certification, and green investment can drive Rwanda’s climate resilience and economic growth. Hosted by the Ministry of…

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VIV Africa 2026 Opens Registration for Premier Livestock and Feed Industry Expo in Kigali

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Kigali, Rwanda – Visitor registration has officially opened for VIV Africa 2026, inviting livestock, feed, and agribusiness professionals to secure free entry for the region’s premier animal protein industry exhibition. The event is scheduled for October 7–8, 2026, at the Kigali Convention Centre in Rwanda, with a paid Leadership Conference taking place one day prior on October 6 ….

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From Readiness to Delivery: Carbon Markets Africa Summit 2026 Sets the Stage for a New Era

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As global carbon markets shift decisively from rule-setting to real transactions, one question looms large: Can Africa bring forward credible projects, enabling frameworks, and market infrastructure to transact at scale?  The Carbon Markets Africa Summit (CMAS) 2026 is designed to answer that question with a resounding yes. Taking place from 13–15 October 2026 at the Kigali Convention Centre, CMAS 2026…

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World Bank Group Africa Fellowship Program 2027: A Launchpad for Africa’s Next Generation of Scholars.

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The World Bank Group (WBG) has officially opened applications for the 2027 Africa Fellowship Program, offering a transformative opportunity for young African researchers and Ph.D. candidates to gain hands-on experience in international development . This prestigious fellowship is designed to build a pipeline of talented African scholars who are passionate about shaping the continent’s future through evidence-based…

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BRD and BADEA Strengthen Ties, Pledge Deeper Cooperation for Inclusive and Sustainable Development.

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KIGALI, Rwanda – The Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) and the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) have reiterated their commitment to exploring more opportunities for cooperation in inclusive and sustainable economic development in Rwanda and across the African continent. The pledge was made during a high-level conference convened by BRD in Kigali,…

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UNICEF and the Equity Group Foundation sign a strategic partnership to unlock youth opportunities across Africa.

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KIGALI, Rwanda – UNICEF and the Equity Group Foundation today signed a Strategic Partnership Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during the Africa CEO Forum in Kigali 2026 to improve opportunities for young people across Africa. The MOU, which formalizes the ongoing relationship and shared commitment, will focus heavily on teenage girls and young women to develop…

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Santa Marta 2026: The Fossil Fuel Conference That’s Breaking All the Rules.

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About. Date: April 24–29, 2026Location: Santa Marta, ColombiaHosts: Colombia & The NetherlandsFocus: Fossil fuel transition, economic diversification, supply and demand transformation, international cooperation. Let me tell you why this conference is different. You’ve heard it before. “This time it’s different.” Every climate conference promises to be the one that finally moves the needle. Then nothing changes. But Santa Marta? Actually…

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