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Albawabhnews - 3 April 2024
Launching of the annual forum of the United Nations Global Compact to support sustainable development in Egypt and Africa
The Egyptian Network for the United Nations Global Compact (UNGCNE) announced the launch of the first edition of the annual UN Global Compact Forum, which is scheduled to be held on May 20 and May 21 this year, to represent the starting point for this annual event that aims to stimulate joint efforts and cooperation between various stakeholders from the private sector, international organizations, civil society, academic experts and others
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The New Times - 6 March 2024
UN Global Compact engages Rwanda’s private sector to drive progress on SDGs
The United Nations Global Compact on February 28 hosted executives from various private sector entities at a CEO Breakfast, urging greater participation in collective endeavors to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG).
Business & Financial Times - 29 Feb 2024
Businesses urged to integrate ESG principles.
Business leaders have been urged to integrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into their operations to accelerate progress towards the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Sulemanu Koney, Board Chairman of the UN Global Compact Network Ghana, stressed the need for businesses to intensify their efforts, as current progress to meet the 2030 target is insufficient.
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Ghana News Agency - 22 Feb 2024
Ghanaian companies CEOs urged to increase investments for SDGs
Ghana's private sector operators have been urged to scale up their commitments to sustainable and socially responsible policies to ensure the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Tolu Delacroix, Executive Director of the UN Global Compact Network-Ghana, emphasized the importance for businesses to uphold sustainable practices and increase their investments in order to achieve these goals within the next six and a half years.
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Special Column - February 2024
Navigating the ESG Landscape: A Comprehensive Guide for Corporate Ethos and Social Responsibility
The Board Chairperson of the Global Compact Network Kenya, Martin Ochien’g, recently contributed an article to Business Monthly, one of East Africa’s premier business magazines, titled “Navigating the ESG Landscape: A Comprehensive Guide for Corporate Ethos and Social Responsibility. Read here
Global News Wire - December 2023
The Africa Business Leaders Coalition calls for greater private sector climate action at COP28
The UN Global Compact Africa Business Leaders Coalition (ABLC) called for greater private sector action to tackle climate change across the African continent during a series of dialogues and initiatives held under the COP 28 Global Stocktake theme. Read here
LinkedIn - 6 December 2023
COP 28: Our urgent wake-up call to respond to the Climate Crisis
BY JUDY NJINO
While there has been some progress, the latest UN emissions gap report reveals the world is still not on track to meet the long-term goals of the Paris Agreement. The impacts of these missed targets are evident for vulnerable regions like Africa...
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Fortune - November 2023
Scope 3 emissions are the elephant in the room as COP 28 kicks off in one of the most water-stressed regions in the world.
BY SANDA OJIAMBO AND PATRICK CHALHOUB
For the next few days, the attention of the world will be focused on the United Arab Emirates as it hosts COP28, the United Nations’ annual climate conference. The conference will allow businesses to showcase their climate and sustainability initiatives.
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Afrique Economie - 24th October 2023
Inaugural meeting of the Council of the Future local network of the United Nations Global Compact in Côte d'Ivoire: CGECI put to work for the Ivorian Private Sector
With its 2021-2023 strategy for Africa, the United Nations Global Compact aims to develop networks of responsible businesses on the African continent and thus contribute more actively to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Read here
Economia & Mercado Magazine - 12th October 2023
Negócios e investimentos são os responsáveis essenciais para o alcance dos ODS
Os temas relacionados com o desenvolvimento sustentável fazem parte da agenda das Nações Unidas há mais de 50 anos.
Journal des Archipels - October 2023
Interview with the Mauritius Board Chair of the UN Global Compact Network Mauritius and the Africa Head of the UN Global Compact
Learn more about the work of the UN Global Compact in Mauritius and Africa from these Journal des Archipels' interviews with the Mauritius Board Chair of the UN Global Compact Network Mauritius, Luvna Arnassalon-Seerungen, and the Africa Head of the UN Global Compact, Dr. Herve Lado.
Afrik 21 - 26th September 2023
Africa: For six months company executives will be trained in sustainability
Between mid-October 2023 and March 2024, the United Nations Global Compact via its French office and hub in Nigeria will be training entrepreneurs and investors on the African continent to take sustainability into account in their management planning. This will be done through its French office based in Paris.
ThisDay Newspapers - 26th September 2023
NNPC Becomes First African State-owned Oil Firm to Adopt UN’s Global Compact
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) has signed up as a participant of the United Nations Global Compact, thereby becoming the first state-owned oil company to join the global initiative.
UN Global Compact TV - September 2023
Interview with Naomi Nwokolo, Executive Director, UN Global Compact Network Nigeria
The United Nations Global Compact recently signed a deal with the Nigerian State Oil Company, welcoming the company (NNPC) as a member of the United Nations Global Compact. Naomi Nwokolo, Executive Director, UN Global Compact Network Nigeria shares more.
African Business - 27th September 2023
Young and Unstoppable: Incredible Africans Redefining Africa’s Global Influence and Potential
Amidst the vibrant mosaic of Africa’s rising stars, an inspirational tapestry of narratives unfolds, challenging stereotypes and illuminating our continent’s limitless potential. On the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly last week, during the Unstoppable Africa Summit, a remarkable group of young African women trailblazers defied conventions and unveiled a powerful narrative that reimagines...
Business Africa Online - 25th September 2023
Unstoppable Africa 2023: Shaping a Future of Prosperity and Innovation
Unstoppable Africa 2023 has concluded, leaving a profound mark on the African continent. The two-day Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) event aims to boost Africa’s standing in the global economy and establish the continent as the foremost destination for business, trade, and investment. Read more
Vanguard News - 20th September 2023
Africa’s technology, business landscape must remain unstoppable, says GABI
Prominent platform for promoting business, trade, and investment across the continent, the Global Africa Business Initiative, GABI, will tomorrow, gather Heads of State and Government, CEOs, investors, policymakers, industry experts, artists, athletes, and United Nation leaders to discuss ways to make Africa unstoppable in all spheres of business, social and economic life... Read more
BBC News - 4th September 2023
Sanda Ojiambo speaks on the Africa Climate Summit
Watch UN Global Compact Assistant Secretary-General and CEO, Sanda Ojiambo's interview with the BBC as they discussed the 2023 Africa Climate Summit and how Africa is a pivotal solution and a strong investment destination for climate action.
CNBC Africa - 30th August 2023
It’s time to advance real action for climate
Climate change is an existential threat to businesses and communities across the world, with the African continent at high risk, but determined action can build a more resilient and prosperous future for all, writes Sanda Ojiambo.
From 4 to 6 September, global leaders will meet in Nairobi at the Africa Climate Summit to discuss the disproportionate impact of global warming on the African continent.
Business Quest Kenya - 25th August 2023
NCBA Group joins other Tier 1 Banks on Sustainability
Through its Group Managing Director John Gachora, NCBA Group has unveiled 15 ambitious commitments that reaffirm its commitment towards environmental responsibility, social impact and ethical governance. The bank unveiled its sustainability commitments in a ceremony witnessed by Global Compact Network Kenya Executive Director Judy Njino.
Forbes Africa Lusofona - 19th August 2023
Banco Millennium Atlântico admitted to the UN Global Compact
This Thursday, the 17th, Banco Millennium Atlântico was admitted as a member of the Global Compact program of the United Nations (UN) in Angola, according to FORBES AFRICA LUSÓFONA. The Angolan banking institution thus joins the more than 22,000 companies committed to the 10 Principles of the United Nations Global Compact and also to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the UN.
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