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How can African nations reclaim food sovereignty?
The war in Ukraine is exposing Africa’s dependency on food imports. How can it break the cycle?
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15 SEPTEMBER 2022 | Online and around the world
With millions on the brink of starvation, Africa is bearing the brunt of a mounting climate and food crisis. But there is still time to protect the continent’s livelihoods and landscapes through land- and nature-based solutions, powered by the wisdom of local communities.
At GLF Africa 2022, discover how we can build an equitable and resilient food future for the continent. This virtual event offers the latest insights on the tools or practices needed to transform Africa’s food systems, as well as the opportunity to connect with all sectors from over 185 countries.
Join over 6,000 participants and 50 expert speakers as we act to stave off mass hunger and climate catastrophe and showcase examples of successful local food and climate solutions from across Africa and beyond.
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Find top stories, opinions and multimedia on global environmental issues
A look behind the lens of the GLF Africa 2022 photo competition winners
Every picture has a story. From Nigeria, South Africa and Kenya, here are three
Forever chemicals, carbon bombs, climate endgame, and more terms of the moment
News to know in our bi-weekly digest
Gravity power holds major promise for the decarbonization of electricity grids
Wind and solar energy get a lift from falling-weight technology
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Measuring Progress
How would new narratives on Africa change the world?
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Food & Livelihoods
How can African nations reclaim food sovereignty?
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Rights
A seat at the table isn’t enough to ensure equity and “counter power”
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Food & Livelihoods
From the Amazon to Siberia, experts forecast the 2022 fire season – and what we can do about it
30 Jul 2022
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Build GLF Chapters in Latin America and the Caribbean With Seed Funding
Are you doing important work to protect or restore landscapes in Latin America and the Caribbean? Do you work with sustainable agriculture or agroecology? Are you looking to take the next steps and mobilize your community? The GLFx initiative, in partnership with BMUV and Lavazza, is opening a call to support 5 new GLF chapters with a seed fund of €5,000 each to protect and restore landscapes in Latin America and the Caribbean!Learn more about becoming a GLF Chapter Learn more
#ICYMI | GLF Chapters & Robert Bosch Foundation: For a greener future
In case you missed it, The Robert Bosch Foundation interviewed five GLF Chapter Coordinators, from GLF Nairobi, Cape Town, Yaoundé, Lilongwe and Uyo. In these interviews, they spoke about their restoration activities and unpacked what drives them – and what they love about nature. Learn moreIn the spotlight
Youth in Landscapes Initiative
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MEET THE 2022 RESTORATION STEWARDS
Sergio Lozano
Eka Cahyaningrum
Gabriela Gavarrete
Adrian Leitoro
Hidayah Halid
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