#sustainability

The University of Johannesburg has been recognized as the top university in South Africa and Africa for its sustainability impact, achieving a global ranking of 39th in the 2026 Times Higher Education Sustainability Impact Ratings.

A professor has called for collaborative efforts among stakeholders to promote sustainable forest management in Nigeria, emphasizing the importance of ecosystem preservation. This initiative aims to address the challenges facing forest resources in the country.

A new report indicates that businesses that depend on recurring cost-cutting measures may jeopardize their long-term competitiveness. The findings highlight the importance of cost transformation strategies for sustainable growth.

Rt. Hon. Sam Onuigbo, the new President of GLOBE International, has stated that Nigeria and other African nations will maintain their international partnerships focused on environmental sustainability. This commitment reflects Nigeria's ongoing efforts to engage with global initiatives aimed at addressing environmental challenges.

In Uganda, small operators are transforming food scraps and market waste into a burgeoning agribusiness through black soldier fly farming. In the Kasese district, Ugavoil processes approximately 40 metric tonnes of municipal waste daily, extracting around 10 tonnes of organic material, which is further supplemented by avocado-processing waste from a local factory. This innovative approach is gaining traction, although it remains relatively unknown to many Ugandans.

In Tanzania and across Africa, farmers are increasingly adopting agroecology, a sustainable agricultural approach that integrates ecological principles with local knowledge and innovation. This shift aims to enhance food security and resilience against climate shocks while improving productivity and income for households that rely on agriculture for their livelihoods.

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) has been recognized as Africa's leading university for sustainability impact, according to TimesLIVE. The vice-chancellor emphasized the institution's commitment to being the best university for the world rather than striving to be the best globally.

Kenya has introduced a KES 64.8 billion bond aimed at promoting sustainable development by tying it to environmental and social goals, such as forest conservation and improved electricity access. This financing initiative reflects the country's efforts to integrate economic growth with climate action and social progress, utilizing a sustainability-linked financing structure.

Uganda has recognized leading environmental innovators at the 3rd Edition of the National Environment Sustainability Awards (NESA) 2026, hosted by the National Environment Management Authority at Serena Hotel Kampala. The event, themed "Innovation for Climate Resilience," celebrated individuals, institutions, companies, and communities that are implementing impactful solutions in environmental conservation and climate action.

The Global Environment Facility Assembly highlighted the importance of integration, blended finance, and comprehensive approaches involving government and society. It also called for increased support for Least Developed Countries, Small Island Developing States, Indigenous Peoples, and local communities, focusing on food, land, and water systems.

Stanbic Bank Uganda has urged educational institutions to adopt renewable energy solutions to help lower operational costs and enhance sustainability in the long term. This initiative aims to promote clean energy usage within the education sector across Uganda.