Greenpop launches Trees for Zambia

For three weeks in July 2012, Greenpop will host a reforestation project in Livingstone, Zambia, reportedly the country with the second highest deforestation rate in the world. Over 5000 indigenous and fruit trees are expected to be planted. In addition, educational sessions for children and subsistence farmers will also take place. 30 Jan 2012 14:37

NEPAD on the ground

Over the past ten years, the New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD) has launched a number of bold and innovative programmes. In some instances the plan is already scoring notable yet under-reported gains. Africa Renewal highlights NEPAD's impact in five key areas. 12 Jan 2012 13:42

Eskom confirms partnership with African Utility Week 2012

African Utility Week (AUW), reportedly the biggest utility conference and exhibition in Africa, had a strong presence at COP17 in preparation for its May 2012 event in Johannesburg, South Africa, is expected to draw more than 5 000 participants and visitors from across Africa. Eskom will once again be a partner at the event. 14 Dec 2011 09:26

SASRI, US biotech company to work on efficient sugarcane

According to foodingredientsfirst.com, California-based agricultural technology company Arcadia Biosciences Inc has signed an agreement with the South African Sugarcane Research Institute (SASRI) to develop nitrogen use-efficient (NUE) sugarcane. 4 Nov 2011 12:02

Investment conference focus on development on Africa

The 6th Columbia International Investment Conference, entitled "The Resource Boom and FDI in Africa: new players, new opportunities, a new agenda for development", will take place at Columbia University, New York, from 26-27 October 2011. 26 Sep 2011 10:38

Kenya: Treasury sets aside Sh15 billion for food projects

Kenyan finance minister, Uhuru Kenyatta announced yesterday, 3 August 2011, in addition to the Sh10.5 billion approved by the cabinet last month to deal with the drought situation in the country, a further Sh15.6 billion has been set aside at enhancing food security. 4 Aug 2011 14:40

Electric cars for short hops in new scheme

LONDON, UK: Electric cars becoming an economically rational choice for short hop journeys and now 100% electric vehicles to be made available in pioneering pilot scheme for PwC. 26 Apr 2011 06:00