AGP Executive Report

Climate and Livelihoods: A CARE report covering women in Burundi and six other countries links climate shocks and rising prices to worsening hunger and poverty. More than half of those surveyed said they faced drought, while three in four said overlapping crises made it harder to earn money. Aid cuts are also straining local economies and services. Youth Climate Action: Young people, especially in the Global South, are taking on climate research, community projects and legal advocacy as heatwaves, floods and crop failures threaten livelihoods and girls’ education.

Regional Hazards: A magnitude-5.0 earthquake shook Tanzania’s Kagera region, prompting an investigation; authorities reported no casualties and said further tremors could not be ruled out. Climate and Livelihoods: A CARE report drawing on women’s groups in Burundi and six other countries finds that drought, rising prices and conflict are deepening hunger and financial strain. Three in four women surveyed said the crises were making it harder to earn money.

Climate and Food Security: A CARE report based on women surveyed in Burundi and six other countries finds that climate shocks, rising prices and conflict are deepening hardship. Across the survey, three in four women said crises made it harder to earn money, two in three cited food shortages as their biggest concern, and more than half were facing drought. The findings underline the pressure on women’s livelihoods and resilience in Burundi.

Climate and Livelihoods: A CARE report based on women surveyed in Burundi and six other countries says drought, rising prices and conflict are deepening hunger and financial strain. More than half of those surveyed faced drought, while many were using savings or borrowing to cover basic needs. Regional Hazards: Authorities in Tanzania’s Kagera region are investigating a magnitude-5.0 earthquake and say further tremors cannot be ruled out. No casualties were reported; the quake’s proximity makes preparedness relevant for the wider region. Water Cooperation: At an African Union meeting chaired by Burundi’s Évariste Ndayishimiye, leaders highlighted sustainable water access and called for cooperation over shared rivers and resources.

Regional Seismic Watch: A magnitude-5.0 earthquake shook Tanzania’s Kagera Region, near Burundi, with no casualties reported. Geological investigations are underway, and authorities say further tremors cannot be ruled out. Climate and Food Security: A CARE report drawing on women in Burundi and six other countries finds climate shocks, rising prices and conflict are worsening hunger and poverty; more than half of those surveyed faced drought, while aid cuts strained local support. Water Cooperation: At an African Union meeting in Egypt, leaders called for sustainable water management and safe sanitation, and urged cooperation over shared rivers. Burundi’s President Évariste Ndayishimiye attended as AU chair.

Climate and Livelihoods: A CARE report drawing on women surveyed in Burundi and six other countries finds climate shocks, rising prices and conflict are deepening hardship. More than half of those surveyed face drought, while aid cuts are weakening local economies and support. Water Security: At an African Union meeting chaired by Burundi’s Évariste Ndayishimiye, leaders urged cooperation over shared rivers and advanced the AU’s 2026 focus on sustainable water supplies and safe sanitation. Regional Conservation: Rwanda’s grey crowned crane population has rebounded to 1,438 after a decade of work to protect wetlands, curb illegal trade and involve local communities.

Climate and livelihoods: A CARE report covering women in Burundi and six other countries finds climate shocks, rising prices and conflict are worsening hunger and weakening women’s ability to earn. More than half of those surveyed said they were facing drought, while aid cuts added pressure on local services and economies. Water Security: At the African Union’s mid-year meeting in Egypt, Burundi’s President Évariste Ndayishimiye joined leaders discussing sustainable water and sanitation; Egypt’s president urged cooperation over shared rivers and resources. Mining Governance: A commentary on Burundi’s suspended mining operations notes that disputes with two companies are now before arbitration tribunals, keeping questions over the country’s management of mineral resources in focus.

Water and Sanitation: At the African Union’s mid-year meeting in Egypt, leaders discussed the 2026 priority of sustainable water access and safe sanitation. Burundi’s President Évariste Ndayishimiye attended as AU chair, while leaders urged cooperation over shared rivers and resources. Climate and Food Security: A CARE report covering Burundi and six other countries found that climate shocks and rising prices are leaving women poorer and less resilient. More than half of those surveyed said they were facing drought, while many were using savings or borrowing to cover basic needs.

Climate and Livelihoods: A CARE report surveying women in Burundi and six other countries finds climate shocks, rising prices and conflict are worsening hunger and financial strain. Across the study, more than half of respondents faced drought, while many used savings or borrowed to afford basic needs. Mining Governance: An opinion on Burundi’s suspended mining operations says disputes with Ntega Holding Burundi and Tanganyika Gold are before arbitration tribunals; it notes no public merits ruling has established whether the companies’ claims are justified. Water Security: At an African Union meeting in Egypt, chaired by Burundi’s Évariste Ndayishimiye, leaders focused on sustainable water availability and safe sanitation, and urged cooperation over shared rivers and resources.

Water and Sanitation: At an African Union meeting attended by Burundi’s President Évariste Ndayishimiye, leaders focused on sustainable water supplies and safe sanitation—priorities that need to translate into practical improvements for communities. Climate and Women: A CARE report surveying women in Burundi and six other countries found that climate shocks, rising prices and conflict are worsening hunger and weakening livelihoods; more than half of respondents overall said they faced drought. Clean Energy: A recent commentary cited 2019 figures showing more than 97% of people in Burundi, the Central African Republic and South Sudan cooked with smoky fuels, underscoring the health and energy-access stakes of expanding cleaner options.

Climate and livelihoods: Burundi was among seven countries in a CARE survey finding that climate shocks, rising prices and conflict are deepening hardship for women. Across the countries surveyed, more than half of women faced drought, while three in four said overlapping crises made it harder to earn money. Clean Energy: A separate report highlighted Burundi’s reliance on smoky fuels: in 2019, more than 97% of people in Burundi, the Central African Republic and South Sudan cooked with wood, charcoal, dung or crop waste. Household smoke is a major health risk in Burundi, and women and girls spend hours gathering fuel.

Refugee Education Funding Crisis: Uganda’s refugee-hosting districts may fail to complete the school year as 1,500 teachers face unpaid wages after donor cuts, threatening learners preparing for PLE, UCE and UACE. Climate & Food Security for Women: A CARE report says compounding climate shocks, rising prices and conflict are driving hunger and poverty for women across Burundi and other countries, with drought affecting more than half and aid drying up. Water Security & Sovereignty Talks: At the AU’s mid-year coordination meetings in Egypt’s New Alamein, leaders pushed for self-reliance and warned against external interference, stressing coordinated management of shared rivers and sustainable water and sanitation. Biodiversity Conservation Spotlight: Rwanda’s grey crowned crane conservation is gaining global attention after Dr. Olivier Nsengimana was named to TIME100 Next, as crane numbers rise to 1,438. Burundi Environment & Governance: Burundi’s mining contract disputes continue in arbitration at ICSID, raising questions about how mining sovereignty and environmental risk are handled. Local Rights & Safety: A Bujumbura journalist from Isanganiro alleges police assault and beatings, underscoring pressure on media and public accountability.

Flood Protection Innovation: WaveSave is showcasing its portable rubber dam “SlamDam,” a low-tech flood barrier designed for quick deployment and reuse, aiming to protect farmland, homes, and critical services as flood risk rises with climate change and population growth. Food Security & Climate Stress on Women: A CARE report, “Women Respond,” says climate shocks, rising prices, and conflict are pushing women in countries including Burundi into deeper hunger and poverty, with drought affecting more than half and many women using savings meant for livelihoods just to buy food. Shared Water Security at AU Talks: At AUDA-NEPAD and AU meetings in Egypt’s New Alamein, leaders—including Burundi’s Évariste Ndayishimiye—urged faster implementation of sustainable water availability and safe sanitation, stressing cooperation on transboundary rivers and rejecting unilateral interference. Conservation Spotlight: Rwanda’s grey crowned crane protection work is gaining global attention after a conservationist was named to TIME100 Next, highlighting wetland restoration and community-led efforts. Burundi Mining & Arbitration: Burundi’s mining sovereignty dispute continues as cases tied to suspended mining activities move through international arbitration, keeping environmental and resource-governance questions in focus.

Climate & Food Security: A CARE report says compounding crises—climate shocks, rising prices, and conflict—are leaving women in countries including Burundi hungrier, poorer, and less resilient, with drought affecting more than half and aid cuts hitting local economies and health services. Water & Regional Cooperation: At the AU’s mid-year coordination meetings in Egypt, AU chairperson Évariste Ndayishimiye (Burundi) joined calls for self-reliance and faster implementation, while Egypt’s leaders stressed coordinated, non-harmful management of shared rivers and opposition to external interference. Burundi Mining & Environment Governance: A commentary highlights Burundi’s mining sovereignty and ongoing ICSID arbitration over suspended mining activities and contract disputes, underscoring how governance choices can shape environmental and economic outcomes. Biodiversity Spotlight: Rwanda’s grey crowned crane conservation effort is gaining international attention after a TIME100 Next recognition for a conservationist helping protect wetlands and boost crane numbers. Local Accountability & Rights: A Burundi journalist (Isanganiro) alleges police assault in Bujumbura, raising concerns about safety for media workers.

AU & Regional Diplomacy: Burundi’s President and AU Chair Évariste Ndayishimiye congratulated Ethiopia’s PM Abiy Ahmed on his re-election, stressing sustainable peace, stability and shared development. Water Security & Sovereignty: At the AUDA-NEPAD and AU mid-year meetings in Egypt’s New Alamein, leaders urged self-reliance and faster implementation, while Egypt’s Al-Sisi called for coordinated management of shared rivers and rejected external interference. Implementation Push for Integration: Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi urged African countries to move from plans to action by accelerating transport, energy and digital links to strengthen trade and value chains, including upgrades like the SGR connecting Tanzania with Burundi and DRC. Development Finance Gap: Founding AUDA-NEPAD states agreed to set up an Alamein Investment Platform by Feb 2027 to plug funding shortfalls. Burundi Environment & Governance: A Burundi mining sovereignty commentary highlights ongoing disputes over mining contracts and arbitration, a reminder that resource governance affects environmental and community outcomes. Conservation Spotlight (Region): Rwanda’s grey crowned crane protection work earned international recognition, with wetlands restoration and anti-illegal trade efforts credited for population gains.

AU Integration & Water-Sanitation Agenda: In Egypt’s New Alamein, AU leaders pushed faster integration of transport, energy and digital infrastructure, linking it to stronger trade and resilience to global shocks. The AU’s mid-year theme also centers on sustainable water availability and safe sanitation, with Egypt’s President El-Sisi urging cooperation on shared rivers under dialogue and non-harm principles. Burundi Mining Sovereignty: A Burundi-focused opinion piece says mining contract disputes tied to past suspensions are headed to ICSID arbitration, raising concerns that political anger can derail reform and worsen outcomes. Regional Conservation Spotlight: Rwanda’s Dr. Olivier Nsengimana was named to TIME100 Next for protecting grey crowned cranes and restoring the wetlands they depend on. Land, Energy & Environmental Risk: East Africa’s push for refining is highlighted by the planned Lamu oil refinery (Kenya), but protests and court action over land rights and compensation signal major environmental and social stakes for the region. Cycling for Community & Trees: Tanzania’s Nyerere Cycling Tour blends sport with environmental conservation, including tree planting and community projects along the route.