Category: Environment

1 Feb Griffon Marquand 0 Comments

Eskom's Stage 3 Loadshedding: A Temporary Setback in South Africa's Power Supply

After over ten months of uninterrupted electricity supply, Eskom reintroduces Stage 3 loadshedding due to recent breakdowns. The decision is deemed temporary as efforts to replenish emergency reserves are underway. Eskom remains optimistic about its trajectory, reaffirmed by improved reliability, maintenance strategies, and significant diesel savings. Despite challenges like illegal connections, the company commits to avoiding past load management levels.

8 Oct Griffon Marquand 0 Comments

Hurricane Milton Intensifies: Prepare for Category 4 Storm Approaching Florida

Hurricane Milton is quickly transforming into a powerful Category 4 storm as it nears Florida. With winds nearly reaching Category 5 levels, the National Hurricane Center warns of catastrophic damage due to the storm's immense force and potentially life-threatening storm surges. Expected to make landfall on Florida's west coast, residents are urged to prepare for heavy rainfall, powerful winds, and major storm surges.

6 Jun Griffon Marquand 0 Comments

CS Soipan Tuya Hosts French Ambassador Arnaud Suquet to Discuss Climate and Forestry Partnerships

Kenya's Environment Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya met with French Ambassador Arnaud Suquet to discuss progress in bilateral and multilateral climate and forestry initiatives. Key topics included the modernization of Kenya's meteorological services and the launch of the forest fire suppression initiative, underscoring the strong partnership between the two nations.

5 Jun Griffon Marquand 0 Comments

Tragic Floods Claim Lives in Southern Germany Amid Worsening Conditions

Four people have died in severe floods sweeping across southern Germany. Heavy rainfall has caused widespread havoc in Bavaria and Baden-Wuerttemberg, submerging cellars and disrupting transportation. Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called for urgent climate action as the crisis deepens.