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Ghana releases 26.49 mln USD to fund urgent flood relief

ACCRA, June 30 (Xinhua) -- The government of Ghana has released 300 million Ghana cedis (about 26.49 million U.S. dollars) to offer relief to those affected by floods in the southern part of the country, according to a statement on Tuesday. The presidency …

Flooding reflects conditions established before it begins

THE Nigerian Meteorological Agency issued its Seasonal Climate Prediction on February 10, 2026. The forecast covered southern Nigeria, including Lagos, and projected above-average rainfall, a longer wet season and a delayed end to rains. The report was …

Nearly 25,000 migrants flee South Africa amid xenophobic violence

Over the past month, nearly 25,000 migrants have fled South Africa amid xenophobic violence and pogroms. Thousands more have slept outside consulates, government offices, and border posts in the desperate hope of repatriation. Governments across the …

A Super El Niño is coming: 5 hard‑won lessons the world can learn from Africa

Climate prediction scientists announced in June 2026 that El Niño, a cycle that happens every two to seven years, had formed. It was expected to develop into one of the strongest on record – a “super” El Niño. El Niño happens when the surface of the …

Ghana’s Flood Crisis: The Urgency of Shifting from Crisis Budgeting to Proactive Disaster Preparedness

Ghana’s recent catastrophic floods, which submerged parts of Accra on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, have once again exposed the country’s vulnerability to climate-induced disasters. The government’s immediate response—including the release of GH¢300 million from …

When the flood receives your home address

Once upon a time in the Republic of Uncommon Sense, rain understood boundaries. Rain fell on roofs and remained outside. People remained indoors. This arrangement was simple, ancient and generally respected by all parties. The clouds gathered. The wind …

HBM Nigeria advocates accelerated climate action, sustainable infrastructure development

HBM Nigeria was called for acceleration of climate action, sustainable infrastructure development and stronger cross-sector collaboration to unlock Nigeria’s green-economy potential. The company made the call during the 2026 Nigeria Environmental Summit ( …

Unite and drive community development -Rev. Builderman urges Ghanaians.

Book author, Reverend Acheampong E. S. Builderman has appealed to Ghanaians to come together and contribute their resources towards community development instead of depending entirely on government to solve local problems. According to him, citizens can …

100% Tiling Of Compounds Is The Cause Of Floods -IAWPA

The International Association of World Peace Advocates (IAWPA) Ghana Chapter has called for urgent action to address the country’s recurring flooding, urging Ghanaians to change practices that contribute to the problem. In an interview with The Chronicle …

Nigeria’s Tax Reform Gains at Risk as Insecurity, Food Crisis Deepen

July 06, (THEWILL) — The challenges of insecurity and food crisis pose significant threat to the ambitious gains of Nigeria’s tax reforms as implementation of the landmark fiscal initiative advances into the second half of the year. The Nigeria Revenue …

The Chiefs Sleep While The Birim Burns: Why President Mahama Must Unleash Act 995 And Crush The Untouchable Galamsey ...

The recent ring of gunfire echoing across the scarred landscapes of Kyebi is not a localized dispute; it is the death rattle of a nation losing its soul to corporate greed and institutional cowardice. For a generation, Ghana’s environmental policy has been …

FLOOD ALERT: LOMÉ UNDERWATER AS HEAVY RAINS POUND COASTAL WEST AFRICA

Parts of Lomé have been submerged following days of intense rainfall, as coastal areas of Ghana, Togo, and Benin battle the growing impact of severe weather conditions. The persistent downpours have overwhelmed drainage systems in some communities, leaving …

Architectural choices contributing to Accra’s flood crisis – Expert warns

Flooding in Accra is often publicly framed as a drainage challenge, but a growing architectural critique is shifting attention towards deeper structural issues in how the city is designed, built and expanded. During a recent discussion on the Loud and …

CSIR champions climate-smart solutions to secure Ghana’s food future

Accra, July 6, GNA – The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has called for stronger investment, strategic partnerships and accelerated adoption of climate-smart agricultural technologies to safeguard Ghana’s food future. In a press …

New Study warns of growing threats to Ghana’s wetlands

Accra, July 6, GNA – Research by the National Nuclear Research Institute (NNRI) of the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC) has revealed growing environmental pressures on some of Ghana’s most important wetlands. The researchers warned that if current …

‘If Mahama deserves a third term, what about Kufuor?’ – Osae-Kwapong asks

A research fellow at the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), Dr John Osae-Kwapong, has cautioned President John Dramani Mahama against allowing ongoing discussions about a possible third presidential term to overshadow an opportunity to build a …

African Women Leaders Network Ghana commiserates with flood victims

Sansa to launch satellite‑powered tools to tackle air, flood, and water crises

Severe weather is no longer a distant threat; it is striking harder and more often. South Africa is set to witness a landmark in space‑powered problem‑solving, as the South African National Space Agency (SANSA) unveils three cutting‑edge Earth Observation …

Brand Ghana, Underwater: What the June 2026 floods cost the country's image

Dr. Nancy Maame Akua Erskine-Sackey Opinion Jul - 03 - 2026 , 09:33 10 minutes read Ghana has spent nearly a decade building one of Africa's most successful national brands, a warm, welcoming, business-ready "gateway to Africa" anchored by …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 ( …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …