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Published on 08:11 GMT

Four new cacao types just handed chocolate a lifeline

Key takeaways: Peru’s smallholder farms contain four previously unrecognised cacao lineages, expanding the known genetic map beyond the 10 established groups. Two of the new lineages share ancestry with fine-flavour cacao, offering breeders a route to …

Source: Bakery & Snacks - Neutral
Published on 07:52 GMT

Lofa Senator Calls on New Officers to Become Guardians of Life, Property

Senator Momo Cyrus, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Defense, Security, Intelligence and Veteran Affairs, has called on newly trained officers of the Liberia National Fire Service and the Liberia Petroleum Refining Company (LPRC) to become true …

Source: Liberian Observer - Neutral
Published on Jul 11, 2026

Cocoa hits 24-week high as heavy rains in West Africa fuel supply concerns

Key points Cocoa futures have climbed to a 24-week high, with September contracts trading at $6,366 per metric tonne after rising nearly 40 per cent in four weeks. Heavy rainfall across Nigeria, Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire has disrupted cocoa production and …

Source: Biz Watch Nigeria - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 12, 2026

Arthur Kennedy Writes: Rains, flood and sanitation

I am an angry, demoralised Ghanaian, and you should be too. The rains came-- garbage and cars and people floated down our streets, and we wailed! Predictably, the President declared a National Clean-up exercise, and piles of garbage have been dug from …

Source: MyJoyOnline - Pending
Published on 06:17 GMT

Meet Sumaiyah Clark: Chief Equity Officer, Milwaukee County Office of Equity

Most of Milwaukee County’s 900,000 residents have probably never heard of the Office of Equity (OOE). Yet decisions made there can influence everything from neighborhood investment and public services to making sure all voices are heard when government …

Source: Shepherd Express - Wisconsin - Left-wing
Published on Jul 10, 2026

Ghana: Council of State Calls for Joint Action to Curb Accra Flooding

The Council of State has called for stronger inter-agency collaboration to tackle illegal developments, poor sanitation and flooding in parts of the Greater Accra Region The Council said the recent floods had brought to the fore long-standing challenges, …

Source: Ghana MMA - Neutral
Published on Jul 10, 2026

Lagos Emerges West Africa’s Most Climate-Resilient City

• Gov Sanwo-Olu wins distinguished Grand Laureate award in climate governance Lagos State has been ranked as the most climate-resilient city in West Africa, said to offer the most advanced and measurable climate governance among sub-national governments in …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on Jul 12, 2026

Climate shocks are hitting South Africa’s food businesses – study shows what they need to adapt

Climate change discussions in southern Africa often focus on farming, where the effects of environmental shocks are most visible. The debate frequently centres on droughts, floods, declining crop productivity and heat stress affecting livestock systems. …

Source: The Conversation - Neutral
Published on Jul 12, 2026

The endless border battle of South Africa continues

Perched on weathered wooden rafts, small groups of people hauled themselves and their bundles of cargo hand over hand along a rope strung across the crocodile-infested Limpopo River. Minutes later, they were in South Africa, having bypassed the border post …

Source: Taipei Times - Neutral
Published on 04:18 GMT

Rooted in climate action: What a classroom in Enugu taught me about climate change

Opinion By Obeta Victory Chinasa A few weeks ago, I walked into Iheaka Girls Secondary School in Enugu State, expecting to teach and introduce the concept of climate change during the program “Rooted in Action: Growing Green Generation.” On paper, our …

Source: Realnews Magazine - Indeterminate
Published on 01:51 GMT

At last, upper-middle income!

At long last, as of July 2026, the Philippines has attained Upper-Middle-Income status, as announced by the World Bank on July 1, 2026. This reclassification from Lower-Middle-Income to Upper-Middle-Income marks an important milestone in our efforts to …

Source: Manila Bulletin - Pro-Government
Published on Jul 10, 2026

Cocoa hits 24-week high amid heavy rains in Nigeria, Ghana and Ivory Coast

Cocoa prices have successfully broken out of their extended late 2025/early 2026 correction. Cocoa Futures have rallied back to multi-month highs amid supply fears and looming weather risks in the past few weeks. Cocoa prices have begun an aggressive …

Source: Nairametrics - Neutral
Published on Jul 9, 2026

CJID expands support for environmental and climate journalism in West Africa

The Centre for Journalism Innovation and Development (CJID) has announced an expansion of its environmental journalism programme across West Africa as climate change continues to pose growing challenges for communities across the region. Speaking at the …

Source: MyJoyOnline - Pending
Published on Jul 13, 2026

Hydro-diplomacy: a driver of regional cooperation and…

Armel MEWOUTH Regional Water Focal Point Central and West Africa Programme (PACO), IUCN 1. Regional context of water security The West African region has one of the highest population growth rates in the world. According to United Nations projections …

Source: IUCN - Gov't Institution
Published on Jul 11, 2026

AfriSAFE Commends President Mahama’s Leadership on Post-Flood Sanitation Drive

AfriSAFE, a leading pan-African safety advocacy platform and organiser of the Africa Safety Congress and Awards, has commended the President of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, for his exemplary leadership and personal participation in the …

Source: Sierraloaded - Center-right
Published on Jul 11, 2026

AfriSAFE lauds Ghana president’s leadership on post-flood sanitation drive

Pan-African safety advocacy platform, AfriSAFE has commended Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, for his leadership and personal participation in the country’s post-flood clean-up exercise. In a statement issued in Lagos on Saturday, AfriSAFE praised …

Source: Ghana MMA - Neutral
Published on Jul 11, 2026

Ghana’s flooding challenges are due to poor leadership and planning, not money — Kofi Bentil

Senior lawyer and Vice President of IMANI Africa, Kofi Bentil, has argued that Ghana's persistent sanitation and flooding challenges are not the result of inadequate funding but rather a failure of leadership and long-term engineering planning. …

Source: MyJoyOnline - Pending
Published on Jul 11, 2026

Accra Floods: A national leadership test beyond Emergency Response

The devastating floods that once again paralysed Accra have exposed more than the destructive force of heavy rainfall. They have laid bare decades of planning failures, weak enforcement of development regulations, environmental degradation and …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Jul 11, 2026

How mechanics, youths make money from Lagos floods

Recently, the torrential rains that flooded Nigeria’s commercial capital and brought disaster on residents, also brought relief to the sweltering heat in the city, as well as introduced business opportunities that mitigated losses. The flood left submerged …

Source: Daily Trust - Indeterminate

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Published on July 13, 2026 - 15:28 GMT

BEAVER COUNTY FLOOD PREPAREDNESS ALERT

Be Ready: Photograph and video your home, property, vehicles, and valuables for insurance documentation. Sign up for Beaver County AlertSense to receive emergency flood alerts and evacuation notices. Please share this with your family, friends, and …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 09:10 GMT

EPW Committee Announces Markup of the Water Resources Development Act of 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), Ranking Member of the EPW Committee, announced plans for the EPW Committee to mark …

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Published on July 13, 2026 - 00:21 GMT

Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Flash Flood Danger

TEXAS, July 12 - July 12, 2026 | Austin, Texas | Press Release | Legislative Statement Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of severe weather and flash …

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Published on July 13, 2026 - 19:02 GMT

Denham Law Announces Key Leadership Appointments and Continued National Expansion

Lexington, Kentucky – Denham Law Firm is pleased to announce the addition of two 10-year veterans of the property insurance industry to its leadership team. Meredith Truen has joined the firm as National Director of Pre-Suit Operations, and Michael D. …

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Published on July 12, 2026 - 21:46 GMT

Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Flash Flood Danger

July 12, 2026 | Austin, Texas | Press Release | Legislative Statement Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of severe weather and flash flooding threats …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 06:00 GMT

Tower Semiconductor with METI Support Announces Strategic Capacity Expansion in Japan

Significant Multiples of Silicon Photonics and Silicon Germanium Capacity to Support Accelerating Customer Demand MIGDAL HAEMEK, Israel, July 14, 2026 – Tower Semiconductor (NASDAQ/TASE: TSEM), a leading foundry of high-value analog semiconductor …

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Published on July 14, 2026 - 06:53 GMT

Seven Custom Homes Navigates Austin's Toughest Lot Conditions Through Build-on-Your-Lot Program

Austin luxury builder applies geotechnical site analysis, heritage tree compliance, and AI budget tracking to build on challenging private land in Central Texas AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, July 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Central Texas land …

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Published on July 12, 2026 - 09:53 GMT

Reporting Missing or Found Livestock in Historic Southeast Missouri Flooding

(JEFFERSON CITY, Mo.) –In light of the recent historic flooding in Southeast Missouri, local residents are encouraged to report missing or found livestock. To report missing or found (live or deceased) livestock, contact the Missouri Department of …

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Published on July 13, 2026 - 13:27 GMT

Statewide Expedition nearing halfway point

SC7 Expedition enters S.C. Midlands enroute to the coast and Lowcountry COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, July 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Despite searing South Carolina heat and humidity, scores of participants in the sixth-annual South Carolina …

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Published on July 11, 2026 - 02:40 GMT

California Prepositions Firefighting Resources to Sierra County Ahead of Elevated Fire Weather

As elevated fire weather conditions continue across California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has prepositioned additional firefighting resources to Sierra County to strengthen local response capabilities ahead of …

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Published on July 10, 2026 - 13:44 GMT

Mat Tech Industrial Services Acquires Hook Set Transportation to Expand Gulf Coast Industrial Service Capabilities

Acquisition Strengthens Transportation, Waste Management, Environmental Services, and Specialty Rental Solutions for Industrial and Petrochemical Customers HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mat Tech Industrial …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Energy Industry ...
Published on July 9, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Institute of the Americas Releases Sustainability Tech Assessment for LAC Municipalities

Bilingual guide offers practical, scalable technologies for climate resilience, water security, renewable energy, waste, and sustainable urban development. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, July 9, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Institute of the …

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Published on July 9, 2026 - 02:27 GMT

California Deploys Additional Personnel to Support Colorado Response and Recovery Efforts

California is once again answering the call to help communities in need by deploying one Geographic Information System (GIS) specialist from the California Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) and three mass care and shelter operations specialists from …

Distribution channels: Natural Disasters
Published on July 8, 2026 - 16:51 GMT

Shining a Spotlight on Staff – I am Cal OES Video Series – Corinne Barbee

Over the past several years, the state has experienced an unprecedented number of emergencies and disasters. As these climate-driven natural disasters become more severe in California, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) staff …

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Published on July 7, 2026 - 16:36 GMT

Flash Inspector Addresses Escalating Fire Risk, Offering Fire Departments Path to Overcoming Manpower Shortages with AI

Resource constraints reduces critical inspection time across the country; Flash Inspector brings of advanced technology and deployment to protect communities. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, July 7, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Flash Inspector ( …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Emergency Services ...
Published on July 7, 2026 - 04:17 GMT

Ocho Sur Backs Peru's Air Force Airdrop of Humanitarian Aid to Purus

In a historic second airdrop, Peru's Air Force delivered 1,500 kg of aid to Purús, Ucayali, backed by donations from Ocho Sur, Gloria and DAS Peru. PURUS, UCAYALI, PERU, July 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With support from Ocho Sur, Gloria …

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Published on July 6, 2026 - 14:24 GMT

PatchMaster Expands in Rhode Island with Launch of PatchMaster Providence Under Owner Jack Ruvin

New locally owned business delivers high-quality drywall repair and interior painting services across Providence PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, July 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PatchMaster®, the nation's leading drywall repair and interior …

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Published on July 6, 2026 - 19:58 GMT

Governor Newsom announces $12.5 million in community emergency preparedness to help Californians get “Ready” for the ...

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that California’s nation-leading Ready California program has invested $100 million in community preparedness since 2019. Through the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES), Ready …

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Published on July 3, 2026 - 13:24 GMT

BLZ Fire Skids Ships Electric UTV Fire Skids to Idaho to Support Wildfire Response

American-built electric UTV fire skids featuring LiFePO₄ battery technology are headed to Idaho to strengthen rapid wildfire response capabilities. ROANOKE, AL, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BLZ Fire Skids has shipped several …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Emergency Services ...
Published on July 3, 2026 - 04:19 GMT

BLUETTI Expands Clean Energy Ecosystem with New Charger 2, Targeting Off-Grid and RV Users

Ultra-Fast Dual-Port Charging Hub Delivers 400W+ Power with Smart Ecosystem Integration for RVers and Off-Grid Adventurers CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SHENZHEN, China —BLUETTI, a technology pioneer in clean …

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Published on July 2, 2026 - 23:28 GMT

Miami Barber Institute Supports Humanitarian Relief Efforts Following Venezuela Earthquakes

South Florida coalition mobilizes medical supplies and emergency aid for communities affected by the disaster. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As South Florida's Venezuelan-American community mobilizes to support victims …

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Published on July 2, 2026 - 21:59 GMT

Levelynx Launches Real-Time Flood and Low-Water Crossing Monitoring for Texas Cities and Counties

Self-contained water level sensors with cellular and satellite connectivity give counties real-time flood alerts with no power or internet at the site. FISCHER, TX, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Levelynx, a Texas-based flood …

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Published on July 2, 2026 - 15:31 GMT

Driest Year on Record Raises Fire Damage Risk in the Triangle

Professional Restoration Services, a fire damage restoration company, shares what homeowners should know as the region faces one of its driest years on record. RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, July 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the Fourth of July …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Emergency Services ...
Published on July 1, 2026 - 17:04 GMT

Flamelit Delivers First Contract Wins Since Acquisition, Validating the Strategy and Building Momentum for Growth

Government contracts take time. With new contracts of $640k emerging, these wins validate the Flamelit acquisition, building for scale, investment and growth. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Clean Energy, …

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Published on July 1, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Tugboat Names Michael Riffle as Chief Technology Officer

The team brings on a veteran AI engineer to scale its agentic claims engine. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 1, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tugboat, the consumer insurance platform that provides property owners expert-level claim support, …

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Published on June 30, 2026 - 22:32 GMT

United Restoration Urges Florida Property Owners to Prepare as 2026 Hurricane Season Opens — “It Only Takes One Storm”

With NOAA forecasting an active 2026 hurricane season, IICRC-certified United Restoration urges Florida property owners to prepare before storms hit. POMPANO BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the 2026 Atlantic …

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Published on June 30, 2026 - 15:15 GMT

Prepared Canada Corp. Releases June 2026 Monthly Updated New Videos and Articles

Prepared Canada videos and articles provide independent analysis and commentary on current events and systemic challenges. MISSISSAUGA, ON, CANADA, June 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prepared Canada Corp.. has released its June 2026 content …

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Published on June 30, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Global Outbreak Solutions Expands Global Preparedness Through International Leadership, Partnerships, & Field Operations

New expert advisors, international partnerships, and field initiatives strengthen Global Outbreak Solutions' leadership in animal preparedness. HARRISONBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, June 30, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As governments around the …

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