Dorcus Akurut

We are getting closer and closer to COP28, one of the most prominent climate events that will be held in Dubai. As everyone is anticipating something effectual and great to thrive out of it, at Agape Earth Coalition we are not any different. We have hope and a very clear vision for our people. It’s going to be […]

We have noted how the world is falling short on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and in efforts to adapt to the changing climate. Actions and support to the African continent remain very insufficient yet climate risks continue to escalate. These are increasingly devastating the lives and livelihoods of vulnerable African communities. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate

We have exactly 5 weeks until COP 28. It’s very important that we African climate activists, who will attend both physically and online, have a clear climate vision and streamlined agenda. Many of us admit that it’s obvious Africa is struggling with extensive losses and damages due to an intensification in global temperatures and very

Climate change poses grave threats to countries across Africa, but especially fragile and conflict affected communities. When world leaders converge for COP28 at the end of this month, it is vital that they come up with solutions to support these vulnerable communities. The fragile states from the Central African Republic to Malawi, Sudan and Somalia continue to suffer

Last weekend, tense conversations were happening between countries. The topic? A fund for loss and damages.The term “loss and damages” refers to the unavoidable and irreparable consequences of the climate crisis:These severe repercussions are mostly felt by vulnerable, lower-income countries. Sadly, by 2030, it’s expected that the cost of these consequences will reach trillions of dollars every year.

COP28 is being held in the United Arab Emirates which began on 30th of November in Dubai. One of the gleaming cities built on wealth that fossil fuel brings and we must say this has sparked outrage among some environmentalists. At the Expo2020, a town where the event is ongoing, all streets are filled with

Climate change is an undeniable crisis which continues to inflict devastating consequences on vulnerable nations, leading to irreversible economic and non-economic losses. The recently concluded COP28 striked the first Global Stocktake, while putting inclusion of all stakeholders firmly at the core. It forged a new sense of optimism and hope, bringing about unprecedented consensus through

 As the world grapples with the ever-intensifying impacts of climate change, Africa stands at a critical juncture, facing both challenges and opportunities in adapting to a rapidly changing climate. One of the most pressing issues is the increase in frequency and severity of extreme weather events; from prolonged droughts to devastating floods. Current climate models are showing projections