Middle East and Africa
Floating solar panels could provide much of Africa’s energy – new research
The Conversation: New research has found that several countries could meet all their energy needs from solar panel systems floating on lakes.
Dubai to boost rainwater drainage system with $8.2 billion project
Heavy rainfall in April caused chaos, damaging roads, shops and homes.
At least 24 killed by flooding, landslides after days of heavy rains in Ivory Coast’s largest city
ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast (AP) — Flooding and landslides in Ivory Coast’s largest city of Abidjan have left at least 24 people dead following...
Major Niger uranium mine back in public control: govt
Niger's military rulers have broken ties with France and have now revoked the licence of nuclear fuel producer Ornao.
UAE energy giant ADNOC offers 12 bn euros for Germany’s Covestro
ADNOC is headed by Sultan Al Jaber, who chaired the UN's COP28 climate talks in Dubai last year (AFP)
IMF approves over $900 million to support Tanzania budget, climate change fight
WASHINGTON – The IMF said on Thursday its executive board approved funding for Tanzania of $786.2 million to help tackle climate change while...
Niger revokes French operating licence at major uranium mine
Niger has revoked the operating licence of French nuclear fuel producer Orano at one of the world’s biggest uranium mines, the company said...
Climate change threat hangs over haj pilgrimage as hundreds perish in heat
Climate scientists say such deaths offer a glimpse of what is to come for the tens of millions of Muslims expected in coming...
Hajj pilgrimage ends amid deadly Saudi heat spike
One of the world's largest religious gatherings unfolded during the oven-like Saudi summer again this year, and authorities recorded more than 2,700 cases...
