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El Niño: 1.5m Kenyans at risk as State prioritises four high

Banned pesticides flooding Nigerian markets – NAFDAC

NAFDAC has raised an alarm over banned and unregistered pesticides flooding Nigerian markets, warning of severe risks to public health and food safety.

Kentucky American Water completa la adquisición de Black Mountain

Kentucky American Water completa l’acquisizione di Black Mountain

World Green Organisation hosts ESG XCHANGE at Hong Kong event

The World Green Organisation hosted the Sustainable Finance and Climate Innovation Exchange 2026 during Hong Kong Green Week to advance sustainable corporate finance initiatives

Lacson: Sugar price must hit P3,000 for sustainability

BACOLOD CITY — Negros Occidental Gov. Eugenio Jose Lacson said the local sugar price needs to hit P3,000 per bag for the industry to remain profitable, noting that the current P2,600 per bag is barely enough for sugar producers to break even. Earlier, Lacson lauded the decision of sugar industry stakeholders to allocate for domestic market the entire sugar production of the current harvest season, with no sugar to be imported this year. “I’m very happy it was done in total agreement,” he said, adding that the projected 1.6 million metric tons output should be enough to meet local demand and give prices a chance to improve. Lacson, however, said that the present price level of sugar is not sustainable for farmers and millers who are facing higher input and labor costs. “At P2,600 a bag, we’re barely surviving. I’d like to see us reach P3,000 — that’s when our industry will truly be okay,” he said. He said there is no guarantee that prices will climb to P3,000, and a drop back to P2,600 would more difficulty to sugar producers. With the milling season underway, Lacson said prioritizing local supply is a key step to securing better returns and protecting the livelihood of thousands of Negros residents dependent on sugar farming and trade. Sugar farmers in the province were also affected by the infestation of agricultural pests, such as the red-striped soft wing insect, to sugarcane plants this year, Lacson said. EUGENE ADIONG

Hosting of Abu Dhabi Climate Solutions Summit 2026 reflects Khalifa University's commitment to turning climate knowledge into action

Three-day summit with Universities Climate Network to accelerate large-scale deployment of research-driven innovation

NYU Abu Dhabi develops new algorithm to improve climate change predictions

The algorithm uses historical sea ice data to identify past patterns that resemble current conditions

Kuwait Fund participates in the inauguration of a solar power plant project

Under a grant supporting the response to the Syrian refugee crisis in Turkiye

Clean Air Metals plant particuliere plaatsing flow

Tharaka residents call for suspension of public rallies to tame Ebola spread

The residents say they fear a repeat of the disruptions witnessed during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Torrential rain to lash Huế, Đà Nẵng, raising flash flood and landslide risk

Heavy rain is also forecast for Quảng Ngãi and Quảng Trị, while strong winds and high waves threaten vessels in the East Sea.

Abia NDC candidate promises sustainable transformation

The NDC candidate for Isuikwuato/Umunneochi Federal Constituency, Evangeline Iwenjiora, has promised sustainable empowerment and development if elected in

‘Group sensitises residents to safer refuse disposal practices

An NGO, Dobe Anambra Ocha, has sensitised residents in Awka, Anambra State, on safer refuse disposal practices to promote environmental sustainability.

Our failure to contain dengue

The grim toll of Bangladesh’s ongoing dengue crisis continues to rise, exposing a chronic failure of public health management and municipal governance. With the national death toll climbing past 280 as of October 6, daily hospitalizations nearing 2,000, and a sharp spike in infections hitting regional hubs like Chittagong, what should be a manageable seasonal illness has once again... Details

SEDC revives Okpara’s Green Era with 200-hectare farm

By Chinedu Adonu ENUGU — For decades, the sprawling farmlands of Nigeria’s South-East lay quiet, a forgotten engine of an era when palm, cocoa, and rubber powered Africa’s fastest-growing economy. Now, that green legacy is waking up in a big way.On September 22, 2026, the South-East Development Commission (SEDC) took a historic step toward ending […] The post SEDC revives Okpara’s Green Era with 200-hectare farm appeared first on Vanguard News .

Heavy rain, hail disrupt life in K-P

Senegal postpones new school year over flooding, heavy rain

Senegal has postponed the start of its new school year nationwide following heavy rains and destructive flooding that have claimed several lives.