International Mother Earth Day

International Mother Earth Day

Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

Reimagining the Great Green Wall

To succeed, the Great Green Wall must approach the Sahel’s restoration by going beyond tree planting to prioritize native species, soil...
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
7 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

Can AfCFTA Boost Trade Without Harming the Environment?

Africa’s biggest trade deal promises economic growth, but weak regulations and rapid industrial expansion could trigger an environmental crisis. What’s the...
Avatar photo Salamatu Alabi
7 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

Who Will Keep Paying the Price for Polluted Air?

Despite contributing the least to global emissions, vulnerable communities face worsening air pollution, rising deaths, and economic devastation—who will act?
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
8 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

When Rainfall Fails: Hunger and Hardship in Karamoja

Unpredictable rainfall and prolonged droughts have left families in Karamoja struggling to find food, pushing malnutrition rates beyond emergency thresholds.
Avatar photo Ezinne Okoroafor
5 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

Shea Butter: A Heritage of Craft, Commerce, and Survival

For centuries, African women have crafted shea butter by hand—now, as global demand soars, who truly benefits from this billion-dollar industry?
Avatar photo Thelma Ideozu
7 min read
Dr. Eyitemi Fasanu

What Dr. Eyitemi Fasanu Thinks About Africa’s Power Funding Puzzle

Limited funding and high capital costs hinder Africa’s clean energy expansion. Dr. Eyitemi Fasanu explores solutions to bridge the investment gap.
The Publishers
10 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

The Financial Imbalance in Congo Basin Conservation

Funding gaps threaten the Congo Basin’s ability to absorb carbon, protect biodiversity, and sustain millions who depend on its resources.
Portrait of Victoria Agbakwuru Victoria Agbakwuru
5 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

Does ESG Reporting Reflect Real Progress or Just Corporate Greenwashing?

Many companies promote ESG initiatives, but are their reports accurate reflections of real change or just carefully crafted narratives hiding the...
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
7 min read

How Betty Wandia Githinji is Shaping Eco-Conscious Living Through Design in Kenya

Betty’s designs fuse African craftsmanship with practical, mindful living—creating functional pieces that preserve culture and empower local communities.
The Publishers
9 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

The Hidden Costs of Ignoring Women in Climate Policy

Excluding women from climate decision-making costs more than progress—leaving communities vulnerable, resources mismanaged, and solutions overlooked.
Avatar photo Ezinne Okoroafor
5 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

What If Clean Water Was a Privilege, Not a Right?

Millions live without clean water, facing daily struggles for survival—what happens when this basic need is denied?
Avatar photo Blossom Amena
5 min read

What COP29 Revealed About Africa’s Role in Global Climate Governance

Africa’s bold stance at COP29 reshapes its climate future, pushing for fair funding and a more influential voice in global governance.
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
5 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

Who Really Controls Africa’s Solar Switch?

Foreign investments dominate Africa’s solar projects, but are local communities gaining control, or is history repeating itself?
Portrait of Victoria Agbakwuru Victoria Agbakwuru
6 min read
Female Biogas Production Engineer. Photo illustration by Tomi Abe

The Green Job Paradox: Who Wins and Who’s Left Behind?

While green jobs promise growth, unequal access to resources, training, and infrastructure may leave many behind in the transition.
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
9 min read
Electric Tuk-Tuks. Photo by Tomi Abe

E-Mobility for the Many, Not the Few

What strategies can Africa adopt to make e-mobility affordable and accessible while bridging the gap in urban transportation for underserved communities?
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
8 min read