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Minister of Fisheries and Aqua Culture Elizabeth Quaye has encouraged women to venture more into agriculture

March 9, 2017 Apt News Desk 0

The Minister of Fisheries and Aqua Culture Elizabeth Quaye has encouraged women to venture more into agriculture and compete fairly with the men; saying women […]

Push for Affirmative Action Bill heightens as world marks international Women’s Day

March 8, 2017 Apt News Desk 0

The Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) is pushing the government to as a matter of urgency pass the Affirmative Action Bill and also ensure the appointment […]

Nigeria: COP31 - Nigerian Youths With Disabilities Demand Inclusion in Climate Policies, Financing November 13, 2026
[This Day] Abuja -- Young persons with disabilities in Nigeria have called on governments and global climate stakeholders to prioritise disability inclusion in climate policies, financing and decision-making, warning that climate action would remain unequal without their meaningful participation.
Uganda: Nwsc Announces Water Supply Interruptions in Parts of Kampala November 13, 2026
[Nile Post] The National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC) has announced temporary water supply interruptions in several parts of Kampala to facilitate routine cleaning of the Naguru water reservoir.
South Africa: Africa's Waste Pickers Demand Recognition in Climate Action November 13, 2026
[allAfrica] As COP31 puts zero waste on the climate agenda, waste pickers across Africa say the continent's circular-economy transition cannot succeed without the people who already recover and recycle much of what it throws away.
Africa: COP31 - Nigeria Among 14 Countries Targeted for Methane Reduction Support November 13, 2026
[Premium Times] The announcement was made at the Leaders' Level Methane and Other Non-COâ'' Greenhouse Gases Summit at the ongoing COP31 climate conference in Antalya, Türkiye
Rwanda: Kigali Wetlands Will Protect 220,000 People From Floods, Says PM November 13, 2026
[New Times] Rehabilitation of five wetlands in Kigali will reduce flood risks for more than 220,000 residents while creating public green spaces, jobs and livelihood opportunities, Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva said at the 31st UN Climate Change Conference (COP31) in Türkiye.