‘Wind theft’: The mysterious effect plaguing wind farms
As wind farms expand, some can accidentally “steal” each other’s’ wind – causing worries over some countries’ energy transition to net zero. As offshore wind farms are expanding around the world in the race to meet net zero climate targets, a worrying phenomenon is attracting growing attention: in some conditions, wind farms can “steal” each […]
Supreme Court allows Trump to implement transgender military ban
The blanket ban, expanding on a similar policy Trump proposed in his first term, has been blocked nationwide by lower courts. The Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed President Donald Trump to implement his ban on transgender people serving in the military. The justices granted an emergency request from the Trump administration to lift a nationwide […]
EU plans to end Russian gas imports by end of 2027
The European Commission has published a “roadmap” outlining its plans to end Europe’s reliance on Russian energy in the coming years. Under the plans, imports of all Russian gas and liquefied natural gas to European Union member states will be banned by the end of 2027. “No more will we permit Russia to weaponise […]
Top UN court dismisses Sudan’s genocide case against UAE
Delegation members from the United Arab Emirates and Sudan stand at the start of a hearing before the International Court of Justice in The Hague, on April 10, 2025. The International Court of Justice has dismissed Sudan’s case alleging that the United Arab Emirates violated the Genocide Convention by supporting paramilitary forces in the […]
Energy is the ‘number one problem’ for Africa’s economy, says IEA director
Nearly 600 million people in sub-Saharan Africa live without access to electricity, creating huge barriers to development. Not only does it stifle industrial growth and agricultural efficiency, but it also has implications on health and education: students often have little lighting by which to study, vaccinations cannot be refrigerated, and a lack of access to […]
India worried about Chinese ‘dumping’ as trade tensions with Trump escalate
The pace at 64-year-old Thirunavkarsu’s spinning mill in southern India’s Tamil Nadu state has noticeably slowed down. The viscose yarn – a popular material that goes into making woven garments – he produces, now sits in storage, as orders from local factories have dropped nearly 40% in the last month. That’s because Chinese imports of […]
Translating policies into realities: Tinubu’s path to a prosperous Nigeria
Under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria is undergoing a significant transformation driven by bold economic policies and reforms. These initiatives are designed to stabilize the economy, enhance social services, and strengthen local governance. With his extensive experience as the former Governor of Lagos, Tinubu is leveraging his strategic vision and political expertise to steer the […]
What is a Papal conclave? How will the next pope be chosen
As the formal mourning period for Pope Francis has ended, attention now shifts to the papal conclave in Vatican City, where powerful members of the Catholic Church are converging to elect the next pontiff. Cardinals from around the world will choose the 267th pope, leader of the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics, at an event of […]
Gabon swears in ex-military chief Oligui as president
Brice Oligui Nguema, who led a coup in Gabon ending decades of Bongo family rule and swept the election last month with nearly 95 percent of the vote, has been sworn in as the country’s president. The general and former military government leader, who toppled Ali Bongo in August 2023, officially took the presidential reins […]
Inclusive Growth Through Sustainable Energy
In the words of Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, the President of the African Development Bank, “Africa’s success will be built on inclusive growth powered by sustainable energy.” This profound statement encapsulates the vision for the continent’s development. As Africa strides towards economic transformation, the energy sector will play a pivotal role in shaping its future. Africa […]