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<title>APRI – Africa Policy Research Institute &#45; APRI</title>
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<dc:rights>© APRI – Africa Policy Research Institute gGmbH. 2026</dc:rights>

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<title>Rethinking African Diplomacy in an Age of Energy Shocks and Great&#45;Power Conflict</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/rethinking-african-diplomacy-in-an-age-of-energy-shocks-and-great-power-conflict</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/rethinking-african-diplomacy-in-an-age-of-energy-shocks-and-great-power-conflict</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Global conflicts are driving energy shocks that impact African economies. This webinar explores how African foreign policy can shift from reactive crisis management to proactive, strategic action. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:02:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>diplomacy, africa, energy, shocks, conflict</media:keywords>
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<title>Nigeria Critical Minerals Stakeholder and Policy Database</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/projects/nigeria-critical-minerals-strategy/</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Nigeria Critical Minerals Stakeholder and Policy Database is an interactive web resource under APRI’s Roadmap for Nigeria’s Critical Minerals Strategy Project, helping stakeholders identify and engage key actors, institutions, and policies. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:13:05 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>nigeria, critical mineral, policy database, stakeholder database</media:keywords>
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<title>EP2: Why Is Southern Africa’s Steel Manufacturing Declining If It Has Chrome and Iron?</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/ep2-why-is-southern-africas-steel-manufacturing-declining-if-it-has-chrome-and-iron</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Southern Africa has the minerals to make steel, but its industry is under strain. What does it really take to manufacture competitively and sustainably in today’s global economy? ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Apr 2026 08:00:34 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Southern Africa Steel Industry, Green Steel Manufacturing, Industrial Policy South Africa, Mineral Beneficiation, Just Transition Africa, Zimbabwe Steel Sector</media:keywords>
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<title>Nigeria’s Critical Mineral Strategy</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/project/nigerias-critical-mineral-strategy</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Roadmap for Nigeria’s Critical Minerals Strategy project engages Nigerian critical minerals stakeholders to forge a self-determined and just pathway for critical minerals development. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 19:12:17 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>apri project, nigeria, mineral, strategy</media:keywords>
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<title>Approaching the EU – Experiences from the Interface</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/approaching-the-eu-experiences-from-the-interface</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/approaching-the-eu-experiences-from-the-interface</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ K4T Meeting: Networking partners with German/EU actors to find synergies and build partnerships. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 10:00:40 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
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<title>WTO Reform in Times of Geopolitical Tensions and Trade Wars &#45; African Voices, African Strategic Choices</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/wto-reform-in-times-of-geopolitical-tensions-and-trade-wars-african-voices-african-strategic-choices</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/wto-reform-in-times-of-geopolitical-tensions-and-trade-wars-african-voices-african-strategic-choices</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ APRI’s Economy and Society programme, in partnership with Brot für die Welt, and Werkstatt Ökonomie will host a hybrid session to analyze the World Trade Organization&#039;s founding principles and explore opportunities for actionable reform that can enhance African agency. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 10:56:50 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
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<title>Nigeria Launches Programme to Support Economic Diversification and Long&#45;Term Resilience, under the BOGA Fund</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/nigeria-launches-programme-to-support-economic-diversification-and-long-term-resilience-under-the-boga-fund</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/nigeria-launches-programme-to-support-economic-diversification-and-long-term-resilience-under-the-boga-fund</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Background to the Event The two-year Beyond Oil and Gas Alliance (BOGA) Fund Programme in Nigeria supports Nigeria’s economic diversification beyond oil and gas, in the context of evolving global energy transition dynamics. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
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<title>EP1: Why Isn&amp;apos;t Zambia the World’s Copper Cable Factory?</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/ep1-why-isnt-zambia-the-worlds-copper-cable-factory</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/ep1-why-isnt-zambia-the-worlds-copper-cable-factory</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The opening episode of our second season asks why copper from Zambia and the DRC powers the world but creates limited industry at home, and explores early signs that this pattern may be shifting. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>podcast, africa, mineral, zambia, copper, ore, copper, power, cables</media:keywords>
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<title>Bridging Vision and Action: African and European Strategies for Critical Raw Materials</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/bridging-vision-and-action-african-and-european-strategies-for-critical-raw-materials</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ About the webinar APRI - African Policy Research Institute, Stiftung Mercator and the Embassy of the Republic of South Africa are pleased to invite you to the webinar on Bridging Vision and Action: African and European Strategies for Critical Raw Materials.  In January 2025, APRI’s Geopolitics Program, with the support of Stiftung Mercator, launched a map of Africa’s Green Mineral Partnerships. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>event, apri, bridging, vision, action, african, european, strategies, critical, materials</media:keywords>
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<title>Africa&#45;Europe Relations in a Changing Global Political Order</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/africa-europe-relations-in-a-changing-global-political-order</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Background to the Event Like the rest of the world, Africa is navigating a geopolitical context in which the rules-based international order is being challenged, and regional tensions are intensifying on multiple fronts. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
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<title>Ghana&amp;apos;s Green Transition: Evaluating the Performance and Impact of the Green Minerals Policy</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/ghanas-green-transition-evaluating-the-performance-and-impact-of-the-green-minerals-policy</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/ghanas-green-transition-evaluating-the-performance-and-impact-of-the-green-minerals-policy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Introduction Ghana&#039;s endowment of critical transition minerals (lithium, graphite, manganese) presents a one-time opportunity to diversify its economy and become a key player in the global green transition. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>event, apri, ghanas, green, transition, evaluating, performance, impact, minerals, policy</media:keywords>
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<title>ECOWAS Policy Analysis Series (EPAS) Dialogue</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/ecowas-policy-analysis-series-epas-dialogue</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/ecowas-policy-analysis-series-epas-dialogue</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Background context The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) plays a central role in developing regulations, policies, and programmes on behalf of its Member States to enhance regional cooperation, political stability and economic growth. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>event, apri, ecowas, policy, analysis, series, epas, dialogue</media:keywords>
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<title>Catalysing change: COP30 and the era of delivery</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/catalysing-change-cop30-and-the-era-of-delivery</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/catalysing-change-cop30-and-the-era-of-delivery</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A series of special thought pieces published by APRI for COP30 in Belém, Brazil. The APRI series is edited by Isabella Roberts and Dr. Serwah Prempeh, exploring key themes of climate finance, governance, and inclusion shaping Africa’s voice in global climate action. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 08:00:02 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
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<title>Financing Ghana&amp;apos;s Critical Minerals: From Export of Ore to Local Battery Manufacturing</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/financing-ghanas-critical-minerals-from-export-of-ore-to-local-battery-manufacturing</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/financing-ghanas-critical-minerals-from-export-of-ore-to-local-battery-manufacturing</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Introduction Ghana&#039;s endowment of critical transition minerals (lithium, graphite, manganese) presents a one-time opportunity to become a key player in the global electric vehicle (EV) and battery supply chain. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>event, apri, financing, ghanas, critical, minerals, from, export, local, battery</media:keywords>
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<title>ECOWAS Policy Analysis Series (EPAS)</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/ecowas-policy-analysis-series</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/ecowas-policy-analysis-series</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As ECOWAS celebrates its golden jubilee in 2025, African scholars and practitioners reflect on its legacy and future. The ECOWAS Policy Analysis Series (EPAS), coordinated by APRI with GIZ support, brings African voices to the forefront, reassessing regional integration in West Africa through 14 insightful policy papers across themes from governance to climate and trade. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 14:30:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
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<title>Operationalizing Nigeria&amp;apos;s Climate&#45;Economy Nexus: Aligning NDC 3.0 with NDP 2026&#45;2030</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/operationalizing-nigerias-climate-economy-nexus-aligning-ndc-30-with-ndp-2026-2030</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/operationalizing-nigerias-climate-economy-nexus-aligning-ndc-30-with-ndp-2026-2030</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Introduction Climate action has evolved beyond a purely environmental concern to a core economic imperative. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>event, apri, operationalizing, nigerias, climateeconomy, nexus, aligning, with, 20262030</media:keywords>
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<title>Insight Brief: Global South Peer Learning Workshop on Country Platform and Just Energy Transition</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/insight-brief-global-south-peer-learning-workshop-on-country-platform-and-just-energy-transition</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/insight-brief-global-south-peer-learning-workshop-on-country-platform-and-just-energy-transition</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ What does a just, Nigerian-led country platform for climate action look like? This brief captures bold insights from APRI’s 2025 Global South Peer Learning Workshop in Abuja. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Sep 2025 11:51:31 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Country Platforms, Just Energy Transition, Climate Finance, Global South, JETP, Political Economy, Climate Governance, Climate Justice, Global-South Cooperation, Climate Diplomacy, Energy Transition Nigeria</media:keywords>
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<title>Driving Africa’s Green Transition: Investment Strategies from the EU, China, and the Gulf countries</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/driving-africas-green-transition-investment-strategies-from-the-eu-china-and-the-gulf-countries</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/driving-africas-green-transition-investment-strategies-from-the-eu-china-and-the-gulf-countries</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Background context Africa&#039;s geopolitical significance is rapidly escalating, driven by its abundant natural resources and growing renewable energy potential. This strategic shift is reshaping the continent&#039;s global relationships and drawing increased attention from both major and emerging powers. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>event, apri, driving, africas, green, transition, investment, strategies, from, china</media:keywords>
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<title>Realigning German International Cooperation: Perspectives from Ghana and Senegal</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/realigning-german-international-cooperation-perspectives-from-ghana-and-senegal</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/realigning-german-international-cooperation-perspectives-from-ghana-and-senegal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Experts analyze how recent elections in Senegal, Ghana, and Germany create space for new partnership modes and targeted policy shifts in bilateral cooperation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>event, apri, realigning, german, international, cooperation, perspectives, from, ghana, senegal</media:keywords>
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<title>Clearing the Air: Advancing Methane Mitigation and Reduction in Nigeria’s Oil &amp;amp; Gas Sector</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/clearing-the-air-advancing-methane-mitigation-and-reduction-in-nigerias-oil-gas-sector</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/clearing-the-air-advancing-methane-mitigation-and-reduction-in-nigerias-oil-gas-sector</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the Advancing Methane Mitigation and Reduction in Nigeria’s Oil &amp; Gas Sector ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2025 12:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>methane, mitigation, reduction, nigerias, oil, gas, information</media:keywords>
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<title>Stakeholders Galvanize Action on Methane Mitigation in Nigeria’s Oil and Gas Sector</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/stakeholders-galvanize-action-on-methane-mitigation-in-nigerias-oil-and-gas-sector</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/stakeholders-galvanize-action-on-methane-mitigation-in-nigerias-oil-and-gas-sector</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ APRI launches Methane Mitigation and Reduction Project tackling methane emissions in Nigeria&#039;s oil and gas sector. A report and workshops aim to reduce a potent greenhouse gas and drive climate action. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 15:51:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>nigeria, methane mitigation, oil and gas, climate change, apri, greenhouse gas, environmental policy, emissions reduction, federal ministry of environment, climate action</media:keywords>
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<title>Mapping diplomatic summits and African Foreign policies in the global landscape</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/mapping-diplomatic-summits-and-african-foreign-policies-in-the-global-landscape</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/mapping-diplomatic-summits-and-african-foreign-policies-in-the-global-landscape</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Background The evolving geopolitical landscape is enabling African governments to diversify their international partnerships. The global push for green energy transition presents new opportunities to advance Africa’s industrialisation and economic transformation. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 26 Jun 2025 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>event, apri, mapping, diplomatic, summits, african, foreign, policies, global, landscape</media:keywords>
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<title>Launching ECOWAS Policy Analysis Series (EPAS) &#45; 14 African Voices on ECOWAS</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/launching-ecowas-policy-analysis-series-epas</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/launching-ecowas-policy-analysis-series-epas</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A new policy series brings together 14 African experts to reflect on ECOWAS’s legacy and reimagine its future in the face of West Africa’s evolving challenges. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 28 May 2025 09:52:06 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>ECOWAS, West Africa, Regional Integration, African Policy, ECOWAS 50th Anniversary, African Think Tanks, APRI, LECIAD, GIZ, Sustainable Development Governance in Africa, Trade and Industrialization, Peace and Security, African Policy Series, Africa Research, EPAS, Climate and Energy Transition, Policy Analysis, African Voices, Development in West Africa</media:keywords>
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<title>Global South Peer Learning Workshop on Country Platforms for Climate Action and Just Energy Transition</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/global-south-peer-learning-workshop-event</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/global-south-peer-learning-workshop-event</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the Global South Peer Learning Workshop on Country Platforms for Climate Action and Just Energy Transition event ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2025 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>south, peer, learning, workshop, country, platforms, climate, action, energy, transition</media:keywords>
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<title>Decolonising Diplomacy: Rethinking German&#45;African Development and Foreign Policy</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/decolonising-diplomacy-rethinking-german-african-development-and-foreign-policy</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/decolonising-diplomacy-rethinking-german-african-development-and-foreign-policy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join our webinar on Decolonising Diplomacy: Rethinking German-African Development and Foreign Policy? ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 26 Feb 2025 09:30:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>german, africa, foreign, development, policy</media:keywords>
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<title>Africa, Europe, China: Exploring New Horizons in Collaboration</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/africa-europe-china-exploring-new-horizons-in-collaboration</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/africa-europe-china-exploring-new-horizons-in-collaboration</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join our Africa, Europe, China: Exploring New Horizons in Collaboration event ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>german, europe, africa, china, collaboration, event</media:keywords>
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<title>The role of local capital and entrepreneurship in mining and industrialising Africa</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/the-role-of-local-capital-and-entrepreneurship-in-mining-and-industrialising-africa</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/the-role-of-local-capital-and-entrepreneurship-in-mining-and-industrialising-africa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for theThe role of local capital and entrepreneurship in mining and industrialising Africa event ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 05 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>capital, entrepreneurship, mining, industrialising, africa</media:keywords>
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<title>German Day 2025 at Mining Indaba</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/german-day-2025-at-mining-indaba</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/german-day-2025-at-mining-indaba</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the German Day 2025 at Mining Indaba event ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>german, africa, mining, indaba, event</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Advancing Green Technologies, Energy and Information in Africa: A Collaborative Approach</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/advancing-green-technologies-energy-and-information-in-africa-a-collaborative-approach</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/advancing-green-technologies-energy-and-information-in-africa-a-collaborative-approach</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the Advancing Green Technologies, Energy and Information in Africa: A Collaborative Approach event ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 03 Feb 2025 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>green technologies, energy, africa, information</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Gender, Wealth, and Wellbeing: Promising Pathways to a Just Transition</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/gender-wealth-and-wellbeing-promising-pathways-to-a-just-transition-2</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/gender-wealth-and-wellbeing-promising-pathways-to-a-just-transition-2</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the Gender, Wealth, and Wellbeing: Promising Pathways to a Just Transition. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 24 Jan 2025 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>gender, wealth, wellbeing, just transition, climate action, event</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Mapping Africa’s Green Mineral Partnerships: Charting Africa’s Critical Mineral Partnerships</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/projects/crm-mapping</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/projects/crm-mapping</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This interactive map and its accompanying report illustrate bilateral and multilateral agreements made with African countries regarding access to their green or critical minerals. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>featured project, crm, mapping dashboard</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>The Shifting Geography of Africa+1 Summits</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/projects/africa-summit-map</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/projects/africa-summit-map</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This interactive map tracks Africa+1 summits from 1973–2024, showing how African states’ diplomatic partnerships have evolved from France to Asia, the US, and beyond, highlighting changing global ties and emerging international partners. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>featured project, mapping, africa summit</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Africa’s Green Transition: Mapping Cooperation in Climate Finance</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/projects/pie-mapping</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/projects/pie-mapping</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This interactive database maps trade, investment, and green projects between African countries and major actors — China, the EU, and Gulf states — tracking pledged and disbursed climate finance to support Africa’s energy transition. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>featured project, mapping, climate finance</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Powering Africa’s Industrial Transition: A Guide to the African Green Minerals Strategy</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/projects/factsheet/au-crm/</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/projects/factsheet/au-crm/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As global demand for clean energy minerals rises, this guide explores how the African Union’s Green Minerals Strategy drives value addition, regional value chains, and industrialisation to support Africa’s energy transition and development. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>featured project, factsheet, au, crm</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Powering the Green Transition: Inside the EU’s Critical Raw Materials Act</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/projects/factsheet/eu-crm/</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/projects/factsheet/eu-crm/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ As global competition for critical minerals intensifies, this interactive guide explores how the EU’s Critical Raw Materials Act strengthens supply chains, reduces strategic dependencies, and supports Europe’s green, digital, and industrial transition. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>featured project, factsheet, eu, crm</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Unlocking Agritech Potential: Dialogue with Young Farmers and Green Entrepreneurs in Ghana</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/forro</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/forro</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the Unlocking Agritech Potential: Dialogue with Young Farmers and Green Entrepreneurs in Ghana event ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 19 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>farmers, africa, west africa, ghana, green entrepreneurs, agritech</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Capacitation for Minerals&#45;Based Circular Economy Models in Africa</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/capacitation-for-minerals-based-circular-economy-models-in-africa</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/capacitation-for-minerals-based-circular-economy-models-in-africa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the &quot;Capacitation for Minerals-Based Circular Economy Models in Africa&quot; event. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Dec 2024 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>africa, industrialization, week</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Beyond the BRICS 2024 Summit: Outcomes and Next Steps</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/beyond-the-brics-2024-summit-outcomes-and-next-steps</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/beyond-the-brics-2024-summit-outcomes-and-next-steps</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the BRICS Post-Summit Panel Discussion Webinar event. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 04 Dec 2024 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>brics, event, webinar, post summit</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Localising Green Technology Innovation: The Role of the Youth</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/localising-green-technology-innovation-the-role-of-the-youth</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/localising-green-technology-innovation-the-role-of-the-youth</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the &quot;Localising Green Technology Innovation: The Role of the Youth&quot; event. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 16 Nov 2024 01:30:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>cop29, greentech, youth-led, sustainable develpoment, resilence, planet, crisis, report, event</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Green Climate Technology, Local Innovation, and Youth Employment: Opportunities and Challenges in Africa</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/green-climate-technology-local-innovation-and-youth-employment-opportunities-and-challenges-in-africa</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/green-climate-technology-local-innovation-and-youth-employment-opportunities-and-challenges-in-africa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the &quot;Green Climate Technology, Local Innovation, and Youth Employment: Opportunities and Challenges in Africa&quot; event. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 04:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>youth employment, resilence, planet, crisis, report, event</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>From ambition to action: Paving the road to climate justice at COP29</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/from-ambition-to-action-paving-the-road-to-climate-justice-at-cop29</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/from-ambition-to-action-paving-the-road-to-climate-justice-at-cop29</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ A series of special thought pieces published by APRI in the run up to COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. The series is edited by Dr Grace Mbungu. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 11 Nov 2024 14:33:51 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>cop29, baku, azerbaijan, climate, justice, equity, action</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Launch Event: Youth Resilience on a Planet in Crisis</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/launch-event-youth-resilience-on-a-planet-in-crisis</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/launch-event-youth-resilience-on-a-planet-in-crisis</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for &quot;Youth Resilience on a Planet in Crisis&quot; launch event. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Nov 2024 16:30:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>youth employment, resilence, planet, crisis, report, event</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Financing the Climate Agenda: Demands from African Countries for COP 29</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/financing-the-climate-agenda-demands-from-african-countries-for-cop-29</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/financing-the-climate-agenda-demands-from-african-countries-for-cop-29</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the Financing the Climate Agenda: Demands from African Countries for COP 29 webinar. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2024 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>africa, patnership, climate action, event</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Reclaiming Our Future</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/projects/youth-resilience/</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/projects/youth-resilience/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Reclaiming Our Future was a collaborative project with young African change-makers in climate-related sectors. APRI, in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, explored how young people across Africa practised resilience amid the challenges of the climate crisis. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 10:23:27 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>youth resilence, climate, future</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Call for Papers: ECOWAS Policy Analysis Series:  West African Integration in a Changing Geopolitical Context</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/call-for-papers-ecowas-policy-analysis-series-west-african-integration-in-a-changing-geopolitical-context</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/call-for-papers-ecowas-policy-analysis-series-west-african-integration-in-a-changing-geopolitical-context</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The Africa Policy Research Institute (APRI) in partnership with Legon Centre for International Affairs and Diplomacy, University of Ghana invites submissions of policy papers that will comprehensively frame debates ahead of the 50th anniversary of ECOWAS’ founding. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:59:07 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Africa&amp;apos;s Development Agenda for its Green Minerals</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/projects/green-minerals/</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/projects/green-minerals/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Africa aims to turn its critical minerals into industrial growth. This project explores how African countries can add value to resources, build CRM-based industries, and navigate global partnerships to create jobs and drive development. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Oct 2024 21:54:23 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>green, mineral, mapping, africa, partnership</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Solar Mini&#45;Grids for Youth Employment in Nigeria: Insights and Next Steps</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/solar-mini-grids-for-youth-employment-in-nigeria-insights-and-next-steps</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/solar-mini-grids-for-youth-employment-in-nigeria-insights-and-next-steps</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join our round-table discussion on Solar Mini-Grids for Youth Employment in Nigeria: Insights and Next Steps ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 21 Aug 2024 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>solar, mini grids, nigeria, event, youth employment</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Electric Mobility for Youth Employment in Kenya: Insights and Next Steps</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/electric-mobility-for-youth-employment-in-kenya-insights-and-next-steps</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/electric-mobility-for-youth-employment-in-kenya-insights-and-next-steps</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join our Kenya In-country Roundtable Discussion Event on Electric Mobility for Youth Employment in Kenya: Insights and Next Steps ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 14 Aug 2024 08:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>energizing africa, private sector, development, renewable energy</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Youth&#45;Driven Climate Smart Agriculture in Ghana: Insights and Next Steps</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/youth-driven-climate-smart-agriculture-in-ghana-insights-and-next-steps</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/youth-driven-climate-smart-agriculture-in-ghana-insights-and-next-steps</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the Youth-Driven Climate Smart Agriculture in Ghana: Insights and Next Steps ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 02 Aug 2024 10:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>youth driven, climate, smart agriculture, ghana, insight, next-step</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Energizing Africa – Enabling Private Sector Development in Renewable Energy</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/energizing-africa-enabling-private-sector-development-in-renewable-energy</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/energizing-africa-enabling-private-sector-development-in-renewable-energy</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join our webinar on Energizing Africa – Enabling Private Sector Development in Renewable Energy ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2024 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>energizing africa, private sector, development, renewable energy</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Levels of e&#45;government index</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/levels-of-e-government-index</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/levels-of-e-government-index</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Today there is a global trend to digitize government services, and African countries are no exception. But what does a successful digitization effort look like? Should we measure it by the number of services available online? Or by the ease, speed and simplicity with which a citizen or business can access services? ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2024 08:32:12 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>digitize, government, services, citizen, business egovernment, egov, index</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>German&#45;Africa Feminist Development Policy: What’s Next?</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/german-africa-feminist-development-policy-whats-next</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/german-africa-feminist-development-policy-whats-next</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join our webinar on German-Africa Feminist Development Policy: What’s Next? ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jul 2024 15:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>german-africa, feminist, development, policy</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>EP12: How Is Egypt Digitizing the Bottleneck Which Is the Suez Canal?</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/ep-12-how-is-egypt-digitizing-the-bottleneck-which-is-the-suez-canal</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/ep-12-how-is-egypt-digitizing-the-bottleneck-which-is-the-suez-canal</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This episode concludes The Africa Hour’s first season on digitalization on the African continent. It was a wonderful experience and APRI hopes to be back soon with a new season and fresh, informative, and critical policy content. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Jun 2024 16:43:38 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>suez canal, egypt, digitizing, podcast, african</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Release of a Synthesis Report on Locally&#45;Led Adaptation (LLA) in West Africa</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/release-of-synthesis-report-on-locally-led-adaptation-lla-in-west-africa</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/release-of-synthesis-report-on-locally-led-adaptation-lla-in-west-africa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Africa Policy Research Institute releases &#039;Local Solutions, Global Impact: Climate Adaptation in West Africa&#039; synthesis report ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 May 2024 18:01:58 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>synthesis, report, press release, locally led adaptation</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Local Solutions, Global Impact: Climate Adaptation in West Africa</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/local-solutions-global-impact-climate-adaptation-in-west-africa</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/local-solutions-global-impact-climate-adaptation-in-west-africa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This synthesis report presents findings of research conducted on climate change adaptation policies, strategies and local actions in Ghana, Nigeria and Senegal. It delves deeper into understanding LLA strategies, practices and lessons in each country, employing in-depth case studies to provide insights into policies and the implementation of NDCs and climate actions at both the local and national levels. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 16:13:20 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>climate adaptation, climate change in africa, climate change in senegal, nigeria, ghana, policy, protection, factsheet</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Unlocking Climate Finance: Actionable Pathways for Nigeria’s Low Net Emissions Growth</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/unlocking-climate-finance-actionable-pathways-for-nigerias-low-net-emissions-growth</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/unlocking-climate-finance-actionable-pathways-for-nigerias-low-net-emissions-growth</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Passionate about Nigeria&#039;s sustainable future? Join our event: &#039;Unlocking Climate Finance: Actionable Pathways for Low Net Emissions Growth.&#039; ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 06 May 2024 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Climate finance Nigeria, Net zero emissions, Sustainable development, Green finance, Climate action, Investment opportunities</media:keywords>
</item>

<item>
<title>Climate Reporting in Africa</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/climate-reporting-in-africa</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/climate-reporting-in-africa</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the Climate Reporting in Africa Conference ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2024 09:30:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Climate reporting. Africa, Nigeria, Net zero emissions, Sustainable development, Green finance, Climate action, Investment opportunities</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>EP11: How Can Namibia Capitalize on Digital Nomad Visas?</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/ep11-how-can-namibia-capitalize-on-digital-nomad-visas</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/ep11-how-can-namibia-capitalize-on-digital-nomad-visas</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In this episode, our host explores Namibia&#039;s efforts to attract digital nomads amid the rise of remote work during the pandemic, but faces challenges in increasing participation in its visa program. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 18:24:15 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>namibia, digital, nomad, visas, ethiopia, ai, dominance, local, innovation, policy, lingering</media:keywords>
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<title>Rethinking Nigeria’s Climate Agenda</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/rethinking-nigerias-climate-agenda</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/rethinking-nigerias-climate-agenda</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the Rethinking Nigeria’s Climate Agenda event ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Apr 2024 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>rethinking, nigeria, climate, agenda</media:keywords>
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<title>In charts: Exploring Senegal&#45;Germany bilateral relations</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/in-charts-exploring-senegal-germany-bilateral-relations</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/in-charts-exploring-senegal-germany-bilateral-relations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Macky Sall’s term is coming to an end this April 2. What can the data tell us about the development of the bilateral relationship under his two terms? ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 18:23:11 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>senegal, germany, bilateral, relations, macky sall</media:keywords>
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<title>National stakeholder engagement on methane mitigation and reduction in Nigeria&amp;apos;s oil and gas sector.</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/stakeholder-engagement-methane-mitigation-and-reduction-in-nigerias-oil-and-gas-sector</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/stakeholder-engagement-methane-mitigation-and-reduction-in-nigerias-oil-and-gas-sector</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Attend our Stakeholder Engagement: Methane Mitigation and Reduction in Nigeria&#039;s Oil and Gas Sector event. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>methane mitigation, reduction, nigeria, oil and gas, sector</media:keywords>
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<title>EP10: Is Ethiopia Ready for the Artificial Intelligence Era?</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/is-ethiopia-ready-for-the-artificial-intelligence-era</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/is-ethiopia-ready-for-the-artificial-intelligence-era</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ In this month&#039;s tenth episode, our host explores Ethiopia&#039;s quest for AI dominance, supported by local innovation and policy, amid lingering ethical issues. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 22 Feb 2024 15:39:28 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords></media:keywords>
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<title>Mapping Africa’s Green Mineral Partnerships</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/mapping-africas-green-mineral-partnerships-2</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/mapping-africas-green-mineral-partnerships-2</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the Mapping Africa&#039;s Green Mineral Partnerships event ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jan 2024 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>green mineral, partnership, mapping, africa</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>Africa Policy Research Institute launches ‘Africa in the World’ series</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/africa-policy-research-institute-launches-africa-in-the-world-series</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/africa-policy-research-institute-launches-africa-in-the-world-series</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Africa Policy Research Institute launches ‘Africa in the World’ series rethinking Africa’s vital role and voice in a changing world. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Jan 2024 21:00:51 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>berlin think tank, africa-german relations, africa in the world, series, svenja schulze keynote, roundtable experts policymakers, geopolitical, landscape discussion</media:keywords>
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<title>Reimagining Development Cooperation: Pragmatic Pathways for Africa&#45;German Relations</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/reimagining-development-cooperation-pragmatic-pathways-for-africa-german-relations</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/reimagining-development-cooperation-pragmatic-pathways-for-africa-german-relations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the kick-off event of the Africa in The World High-Level Roundtable Series ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 24 Jan 2024 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>events, apri, africa-german, relation, bmz, high level, series</media:keywords>
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<title>EP9: Will Tiny Cabo Verde Succeed in Becoming West Africa’s Tech Giant?</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/will-tiny-cabo-verde-succeed-in-becoming-west-africas-tech-giant</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/will-tiny-cabo-verde-succeed-in-becoming-west-africas-tech-giant</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This month, in our ninth episode, our host delves into Cabo Verde&#039;s ambition to transform from a vacation spot into a tech hub, aspiring to compete with West African giants like Nigeria and Ghana, despite grappling with challenges such as brain drain. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 18 Jan 2024 15:17:48 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>cabo verde, west africa, tech, giant</media:keywords>
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<title>EP8: Tackling Disaster Prevention Digitally: How Is Data Driving Climate Risk Management in Mozambique?</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/tackling-disaster-prevention-digitally-how-is-data-driving-climate-risk-management-in-mozambique</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/tackling-disaster-prevention-digitally-how-is-data-driving-climate-risk-management-in-mozambique</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This month, in our eighth episode, our host explores how Mozambique utilizes digital tools for disaster prediction and community empowerment, strengthening resilience in the face of climate challenges. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 21 Dec 2023 13:04:35 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>mozambique, disaster prevention, climate risk management, podcast, africa</media:keywords>
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<title>Local Solutions, Global Impact: A Deep Dive into West Africa&amp;apos;s Climate Adaptation Landscape</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/local-solutions-global-impact-a-deep-dive-into-west-africas-climate-adaptation-landscape</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/local-solutions-global-impact-a-deep-dive-into-west-africas-climate-adaptation-landscape</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the Local Solutions, Global Impact: A Deep Dive into West Africa&#039;s Climate Adaptation Landscape event. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sat, 09 Dec 2023 10:30:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>local solutions, global impact, deep dive, climate adaptation, landscape, event</media:keywords>
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<title>From Promises to Partnerships: Opportunities to Reshape Africa&#45;Europe Partnerships for Effective Climate Action</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/from-promises-to-partnerships-opportunities-to-reshape-africa-europe-partnerships-for-effective-climate-action</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/from-promises-to-partnerships-opportunities-to-reshape-africa-europe-partnerships-for-effective-climate-action</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for the From Promises to Partnerships: Opportunities to Reshape Africa-Europe Partnerships for Effective Climate Action event. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 03 Dec 2023 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>africa europe, patnership, climate action, event</media:keywords>
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<item>
<title>From Promises to Concrete Action: Reckoning with Africa´s Climate Change Challenges and Opportunities</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/from-promises-to-concrete-action-reckoning-with-africas-climate-change-challenges-and-opportunities</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/from-promises-to-concrete-action-reckoning-with-africas-climate-change-challenges-and-opportunities</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This is a series of special thought pieces that APRI published in the run up to COP28 in Dubai. The series is edited by Dr Grace Mbungu. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 01 Dec 2023 17:05:33 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>special, apri, cop28</media:keywords>
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<title>EP7: In Oil&#45;rich Algeria, Can Authorities Keep the Focus on Renewables?</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/in-oil-rich-algeria-can-authorities-keep-the-focus-on-renewables</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/in-oil-rich-algeria-can-authorities-keep-the-focus-on-renewables</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Our monthly podcast on one policy issue on the continent. This month, we bring you our seventh episode in which our host discussed the challenges around Algeria&#039;s renewable energy transition as billions of dollars have been pumped into oil and gas explorations in Algeria, with investments in the green energy field slowing in comparison. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 16 Nov 2023 16:09:18 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>algeria, oil, renewable energy, transition, podcast, africa</media:keywords>
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<title>APRI and the Mastercard Foundation address Crucial Link Between Green Technology and Youth Employment in Africa in New Report</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/apri-and-the-mastercard-foundation-address-crucial-link-between-green-technology-and-youth-employment-in-africa-in-new-report</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/apri-and-the-mastercard-foundation-address-crucial-link-between-green-technology-and-youth-employment-in-africa-in-new-report</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ The report, entitled “Green technology and youth employment potential in Africa: A continental scoping report,” examines the gaps and opportunities for green technology programmes to engage and benefit the continent’s youth ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 10 Nov 2023 15:00:47 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>apri. press release, mastercard foundation, project, green technology, youth employment</media:keywords>
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<title>Green technology and youth employment potential in Africa: a continental scoping report</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/green-technology-and-youth-employment-potential-in-africa-a-continental-scoping-report</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/green-technology-and-youth-employment-potential-in-africa-a-continental-scoping-report</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This scoping report investigates some of the trends in green technology policies and programmes on the continent. It also points to several opportunities for improved policy coherence and programmatic focus to drive youth employment and entrepreneurship. The findings also identify gaps and opportunities for better-aligned and more impactful programmes in green technology, such that they benefit youth. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2023 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>green technology, africa climate, green africa, youth employment, report in africa, green, policies</media:keywords>
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<title>Green Technology and Youth Employment Potential in Africa: A Continental Scoping Report</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/green-technology-and-youth-employment-potential-in-africa-a-continental-scoping-report-2</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/green-technology-and-youth-employment-potential-in-africa-a-continental-scoping-report-2</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for &quot;Green Technology and Youth Employment Potential in Africa: A Continental Scoping Report&quot; launch event. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 08 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>greentech, green technology, younth employment, africa, scoping report, mastercard foundation, event</media:keywords>
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<title>Green Technology for Green Growth: Barriers and Drivers</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/projects/green-technology/</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/projects/green-technology/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This project generated evidence and raised awareness of policy options African economies could use to harness indigenous green technologies for youth employment, especially for women, while addressing persistent growth challenges. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Sun, 05 Nov 2023 10:05:02 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>green, technology, africa, climate</media:keywords>
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<title>Webinar on Climate Change Adaptation in Nigeria, Ghana, and Senegal: Strategies, Initiatives, and Practices</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/webinar-on-climate-change-adaptation-in-nigeria-ghana-and-senegal-strategies-initiatives-and-practices</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/webinar-on-climate-change-adaptation-in-nigeria-ghana-and-senegal-strategies-initiatives-and-practices</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for &quot;The Webinar on Climate Change Adaptation in Nigeria, Ghana, and Senegal: Strategies, Initiatives, and Practices&quot; on November 1, 2023 at 2:30 PM CEST ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Wed, 01 Nov 2023 14:30:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>webinar, apri, climate change, nigeria</media:keywords>
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<title>Making Climate Change Jargon More Accessible</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/projects/glossary/</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/projects/glossary/</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ This project made climate change concepts more accessible by explaining key terms used in climate science and policy. By clarifying complex terminology, it aimed to help a wider audience better understand climate change debates and engage more confidently with the topic. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Oct 2023 10:17:29 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>climate change, stories, perspective, african, journalists</media:keywords>
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<title>Partnership in Progress: Türkiye&#45;Africa Relations</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/partnership-in-progress-turkiye-africa-relations</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/partnership-in-progress-turkiye-africa-relations</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ You are invited to Partnership in Progress: Türkiye-Africa Relations event ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2023 15:15:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>turkey, africa, relationship, relation, partnership, progress, ansprenger, symposium, african, studies, practice</media:keywords>
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<title>EP6: Cameroon’s Cost of Connecting: Can the Country Catch up?</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/cameroons-cost-of-connecting-can-the-country-catch-up</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/cameroons-cost-of-connecting-can-the-country-catch-up</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Our monthly podcast on one policy issue on the continent. This month, we bring you our sixth episode in which our host discussed the challenges around Cameroon’s internet affordability and quality. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 07 Sep 2023 18:51:10 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>podcast, cameroon, africa, connection, internet, quality</media:keywords>
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<title>Beyond the BRICS 2023 Summit: Outcomes and Next Steps</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/beyond-the-brics-2023-summit-outcomes-and-next-steps</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/beyond-the-brics-2023-summit-outcomes-and-next-steps</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for &quot;Beyond the BRICS 2023 Summit: Outcomes and Next Steps&quot; webinar on August 31, 2023; 14:00-15:30 CET ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 31 Aug 2023 14:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>webinar, apri, brics 2023, outcome</media:keywords>
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<title>Climate Change Adaptation in Ghana: Strategies, Initiatives, and Practices Final Workshop</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/climate-change-adaptation-in-ghana-strategies-initiatives-and-practices-final-workshop</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/climate-change-adaptation-in-ghana-strategies-initiatives-and-practices-final-workshop</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for &quot;The Climate Change Adaptation in Ghana: Strategies, Initiatives, and Practices Final Workshop &quot; on August 8, 2023 at 9:30 AM ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 10 Aug 2023 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>workshop, apri, climate change, Ghana</media:keywords>
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<title>Climate Change Adaptation in Nigeria: Strategies, Initiatives, and Practices Final Workshop</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/climate-change-adaptation-in-nigeria-strategies-initiatives-and-practices-final-workshop</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/climate-change-adaptation-in-nigeria-strategies-initiatives-and-practices-final-workshop</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for &quot;The Climate Change Adaptation in Nigeria: Strategies, Initiatives, and Practices Final Workshop&quot; on August 8, 2023 at 9:30 AM ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 08 Aug 2023 09:30:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>workshop, apri, climate change, nigeria</media:keywords>
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<title>EP5: Will Digital IDs Deliver for the Rwandan People?</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/will-digital-ids-deliver-for-the-rwandan-people</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/will-digital-ids-deliver-for-the-rwandan-people</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Our monthly podcast on one policy issue on the continent. This month, we bring to you our fifth episode in which our host discussed the challenges and the success ahead of Rwanda as they set to roll out a New smart IDs that will carry biometric components like fingerprints and iris scans in a few years. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 Aug 2023 22:29:19 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>rwandan, africa, europe, apri, policy, podcast, id, biometric, fingerprints</media:keywords>
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<title>Climate Change Adaptation in Senegal: Strategies, Initiatives, and Practices Final Workshop</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/climate-change-adaptation-in-senegal-strategies-initiatives-and-practices-final-workshop</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/climate-change-adaptation-in-senegal-strategies-initiatives-and-practices-final-workshop</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Join us for &quot;Climate Change Adaptation in Senegal: Strategies, Initiatives, and Practices Final Workshop&quot; on August 3, 2023 at 8:30 AM ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 03 Aug 2023 08:30:00 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>workshop, apri, climate change, Senegal</media:keywords>
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<title>EP4: Nigeria’s Cashless Transition: How Long Will it Take?</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/nigerias-cashless-transition-how-long-will-it-take</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/nigerias-cashless-transition-how-long-will-it-take</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ Our monthly podcast on one policy issue on the continent. This month, we bring you our fourth episode in which our host discussed the challenges around Nigeria&#039;s cashless transition. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 06 Jul 2023 17:34:22 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>podcast, nigeria, cashless policy, cbn, europe, africa</media:keywords>
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<title>Applying a coordinated approach to promoting Africa&amp;apos;s single market</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/event/applying-a-coordinated-approach-to-promoting-africas-single-market-318</link>
<guid>https://afripoli.org/event/applying-a-coordinated-approach-to-promoting-africas-single-market-318</guid>
<description><![CDATA[ APRI – Africa Policy Research Institute is convening experts to discuss on how to apply a coordinated approach to promoting Africa&amp;#39;s single market ]]></description>
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<title>EP2: Does Kenya need to be much tougher on Fintechs?</title>
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<title>EP1 Bonus Episode: What Are the Legal Repercussions of Twitter Layoffs in Ghana?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ Our monthly podcast on one policy issue on the continent. This week, we bring you a bonus episode in which our host discussed the ongoing negotiations between former Twitter employees and the tech giant in Ghana with lawyer Carla Olympio. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 23 Mar 2023 16:49:52 +0100</pubDate>
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<item>
<title>EP1: Can African countries hold Big Tech accountable?</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/podcast/the-africa-hour-podcast/can-african-countries-hold-big-tech-accountable</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ Our monthly podcast on one policy issue on the continent. This month, our host explores the labor issues plaguing big tech in African countries alongside guests. ]]></description>
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<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
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<title>Climate Adaptation in West Africa: Strategies, Practices, and Initiatives: Factsheets</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/climate-adaptation-in-west-africa-strategies-practices-and-initiatives-factsheets</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ As part of the Climate Adaptation project in West Africa , APRI has prepared factsheets that  summarize the findings of the mapping of  climate change action landscape in Ghana, Nigeria and Senegal. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 20 Feb 2023 20:05:20 +0100</pubDate>
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<title>Climate Finance in Africa</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ This project investigates the current status, practical experiences, and perceptions of state and non-state actors from South Africa, Ghana, and Zambia. South Africa is the highest recipient of multilateral climate financing on the continent and the sixth-highest internationally. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Fri, 04 Nov 2022 21:27:21 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>Climate Finance, Development Finance, Local Currency Finance, Project Finance</media:keywords>
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<title>Climate Adaptation Strategies, Initiatives, and Practices: Issues and Pathways in West Africa</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ This project analysed adaptation components of NDCs and national climate frameworks in Ghana, Nigeria, and Senegal, evaluating policy dimensions to identify challenges and opportunities for sustaining effective climate adaptation strategies. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Tue, 04 Oct 2022 21:13:12 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
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<title>APRI Elections Hub</title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 25 Aug 2022 20:30:47 +0200</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
<media:keywords>africa, election, hub, nigeria, zambia, ghana, zimbabwe</media:keywords>
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<title>Tracking what the Russia&#45;Ukraine war means for Africa</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ The Russian invasion of Ukraine sets a precedent that will have global implications. We track news and reports about the current situation in Ukraine as it pertains to Africa and Africans.

Both Russia and Ukraine have long standing historic ties with African countries. What will this war mean for the African continent? Additionally, according to UNHCR, more than 400,000 people have fled from Ukraine to neighbouring countries, including thousands of African citizens, many of them students. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2022 19:00:00 +0100</pubDate>
<dc:creator>APRI</dc:creator>
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<title>Omicron Scapegoating and the Socio&#45;Economic Implications for Vaccine Poor African Countries</title>
<link>https://afripoli.org/omicron-scapegoating-and-the-socio-economic-implications-for-vaccine-poor-african-countries</link>
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<description><![CDATA[ The poor decision to close borders does not advance international cooperation in the fight against the virus. The world cannot afford to disincentivize countries for respecting that principle. ]]></description>
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<pubDate>Thu, 02 Dec 2021 04:19:18 +0100</pubDate>
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