Tag: Sustainable Development
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Understanding Country Competitiveness and Why It Matters for Namibia
Understanding Country Competitiveness In today’s global economy, countries compete for capital, talent, technology, and markets. Country competitiveness describes how effectively a nation mobilizes its resources to deliver sustained economic growth, high living standards, and resilient institutions. It is not a single metric but a composite picture built from institutions, infrastructure, macroeconomic stability, market efficiency, innovation,…
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Fresh Impetus for Tanzania’s Blue Economy: UDSM IMS at the Helm of Marine Innovation
New Momentum for Tanzania’s Blue Economy President Samia Suluhu Hassan has underscored a refreshed commitment to the blue economy, positioning the University of Dar es Salaam’s Institute of Marine Sciences (UDSM–IMS) in Zanzibar at the center of this ambitious drive. By advancing research, fostering innovation, and championing sustainable management of coastal and marine resources, Tanzania…
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Fresh Impetus for Blue Economy: UDSM-IMS Champions Sustainable Ocean Progress
Transforming Zanzibar’s Seas into Economic Strength The blue economy is gaining momentum as a strategic pillar for Tanzania’s development, with the University of Dar es Salaam’s Institute of Marine Sciences (UDSM–IMS) playing a pivotal role in Zanzibar. Recent remarks by President Samia Suluhu Hassan underscore the institution’s leadership in research, innovation, and sustainable management of…
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MDF Reiterates Commitment to Sustainable Development in Mining Communities for 2026
New Year, Renewed Focus: MDF’s 2026 Sustainable Development Agenda The Minerals Development Fund (MDF) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to driving sustainable development in mining communities as 2026 unfolds. Established under Act 912, the fund was created to ensure that the benefits of mining activities extend beyond profits, promoting social, economic, and environmental improvements where…
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MDF Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainable Development in Mining Communities for 2026
Overview: MDF’s Renewed Commitment for 2026 The Minerals Development Fund (MDF) has reiterated its pledge to advance sustainable development in mining communities as the new year unfolds. Created under Act 912, the MDF is tasked with supporting community growth, environmental stewardship, and socio-economic resilience in areas affected by mining activities. The 2026 outlook emphasizes accountable…
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MDF Reaffirms Commitment to Sustainable Mining Development in 2026
Overview The Minerals Development Fund (MDF) has reiterated its commitment to advancing sustainable development in mining communities in 2026. Established under Act 912, the MDF is charged with guiding and financing initiatives that uplift local livelihoods, protect the environment, and promote responsible mining practices. In a recent New Year message, the Administrator highlighted the fund’s…
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Philippines to Spotlight Renewable Energy, Minerals, and Semiconductors During ASEAN Hosting
Philippines Sets Agenda for ASEAN Hosting: Focus on Renewable Energy, Minerals, and Semiconductors The Philippines will foreground three strategic sectors—renewable energy, minerals, and semiconductors—as it hosts the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) announced this priority as part of the country’s push to attract investment, strengthen regional supply…
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Kenya Summit: African Journalists Map Shared Priorities for a Just Transition and Informed Public
Kenya hosts a pivotal workshop as African journalists chart a shared path for a just transition From December 18 to 20, 2025, a cadre of African journalists gathered in Kenya for a landmark workshop focused on defining continental priorities for a just transition. The event brought reporters, editors, and media trainers from across the continent…
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Thailand Mining Boom: The Price of Unregulated Exploitation
Overview: A Growing Boom with Hidden Costs The global push for clean energy has intensified demand for rare earth elements and other minerals essential to electric vehicles, wind turbines, and high-tech electronics. Thailand finds itself at a crossroads: a rapid mining surge promises jobs and revenue, yet it has outpaced regulatory oversight. The result is…
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Thailand Pays the Price for Unregulated Mining Boom
Overview: The unregulated mining surge and its hidden costs Thailand, like many countries in Southeast Asia, has seen a rapid uptick in mining activity driven by the global clean energy transition and the demand for rare earth elements and other minerals used in electric vehicles, renewable energy tech, and consumer electronics. What began as a…