Africa Roots Foundation (“the Foundation”) is a South African Non-Profit Company (NPC). The Foundation recognizes the impact on climate change and the value of mitigatory measures needed to prevent environmental catastrophes, whilst ensuring the educational and economic progress of society. The Foundation is passionate about finding ways to meet the needs of the vulnerable through sustainable solutions.
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People are at the center of climate change risks, but also at the core of adaptation and mitigation solutions. Placing people at the center of #ClimateAndDevelopment policies enhances policy effectiveness and can foster more inclusive growth. Learn more: http://wrld.bg/19Sm50Uqlca
Africa is key for global supply chains but must invest in a sustainable future
Africa’s vast deposits of minerals critical to the global energy transition, such as cobalt, copper and lithium, can power a sustainable energy future. Find out more: https://ow.ly/R5jS50Sbb9F
Climate Change adaptation is sensible for a sustainable future.
Climate resilience is emerging as a new frontier in fighting poverty. Research from The World Bank shows 66% of #EconomicInclusion programs now help communities adapt through innovative approaches such as climate-smart farming and risk insurance. Learn more: http://wrld.bg/zIIl50Uq9V8
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URGENT PLEA FOR ADDITIONAL WATER STORAGE TANKS FOR COMMUNITY IN PHOENIX, DURBAN SOUTH AFRICA
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🔊 Amplifying the conversation around Just Energy Transition! South Africa’s move from coal to renewable energy is key to stabilising our climate, but what happens to the livelihoods of those employed in the coal sector? With coal accounting for a huge part of our economy, especially in Mpumalanga, many households will face tough times. Understanding how to prepare for this transition is critical. This article explores the potential job impacts, transition strategies, and how we can amplify the conversation to secure a fair future for all. https://lnkd.in/dm_5zCUU
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The UNDP has just released an insightful report titled "The Just Energy Transition: From the Perspectives of South African Mining Communities," highlighting over 10,000 perspectives from coal mining communities across South Africa. 🇿🇦 As South Africa grapples with the pressing realities of climate change—being one of the top 30 countries vulnerable to its effects—this report emphasizes the importance of community voices in shaping the Just Energy Transition (JET). 🌍 Key findings show that while many are aware of climate change, a significant portion remains uninformed about JET. It's crucial that we engage these communities, not just in dialogue but in action, to ensure a fair and just transition. 📰 Read the full report and discover how we can work together to empower communities during this critical shift! https://lnkd.in/daZBfxuH
Challenging times .. the era of sustainability must boost growth and prosperity for all.
Only 34 economies have shifted from middle- to high-income status since 1990. Research from World Development Report 2024 shows why countries hit a growth plateau and how they can break through. ➡️http://wrld.bg/aipY50TmsCb #WDR2024
Infrastructure and maintenance thereof is key in developing and developed economies of the world.
Bridging the #infrastructure gap: A billion people need better roads, 685 million lack electricity, and 3 billion are offline. The World Bank's new program aims to secure land rights, boosting infrastructure and climate goals. Guangzhe Chen, Vice President for Infrastructure, explains: https://lnkd.in/gU5-3xxy
Education is the key to Sustainability....
More than 400 Million Students Affected by Climate-Related School Closures since 2022. For less than $20 per student schools can adapt and minimize learning losses. Key-takeaways of the “Choosing Our Future: Education for Climate Action” report: ➡️The economic losses and human cost of climate change are enormous. Despite this, climate action remains slow due to information gaps, skills gaps, and knowledge gaps. ➡️Education is the key to addressing these gaps and driving climate action around the world. Indeed, education is the greatest predicator of climate-friendly behavior. ➡️Better educated people are more resilient and critical to spur innovation and climate solutions. An additional year of education increases climate awareness by 8.6%. ➡️Education can empower young people with green skills for new jobs, but also augment skills for existing jobs. Education is massively overlooked in climate financing and climate change is threatening education outcomes. ➡️Climate-related school closures mean students are losing days of learning. Even when schools are open, students are losing learning due to rising temperatures. ➡️Governments can take steps to harness education and learning for climate action by, for example, improving foundational and STEM skills, mainstreaming climate education, and building teacher capacity. And governments can prioritize green skilling and innovation in tertiary education to help supercharge a shift to more sustainable practices. DOWNLOAD REPORT: https://lnkd.in/gMfAWQKe