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SITEI Conference: Experts seek inclusion of more women in extractive industry

Gender inequality, unequal remuneration and non-equitable distribution of resources have been attributed as some of the major hindrances plaguing the extractive sector of the...
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The world is failing girls and women, says UN report

Despite global efforts, the world is falling short of achieving gender equality. This year's edition of the UN Women and UN DESA "Progress on the...
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World Ocean Day: HEDA advocates for gender equality in ocean conservation, sustainable development

The Human and Environmental Development Agenda (HEDA Resource Centre), a renowned environmental advocacy organisation, says it firmly recognises the paramount importance of addressing gender...
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Gender equality and road to sustainable development goals

Disparities between women and men with regards to access to and control of economic resources and political power constitute a hindrance to bridging gender...
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Gender equality will take 300 years to achieve without investment, says UN report

The UN says achieving full gender equality, one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), can take close to 300 years if the current...
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UN Women establishes ‘HeForShe’ Network to promote gender equality

The United Nations Women (UN Women) has established a "HeForShe" Network, a campaign platform for men and boys to promote gender equality and women...
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IWD: UN officials harp on gender equality for sustainable development

Senior UN officials on Tuesday, March 8, 2022, joined women activists, artists, politicians, and others worldwide for an online event to mark the International...
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International Women’s Day: Group clamours gender equality, clean cooking

As the world celebrates the International Women’s Day, the Nigerian Alliance for Clean Cooking (NACC) has recommitted and reaffirmed support to women striving to...
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UN-Habitat boosts water supply, sanitation in Niger communities

The Niger State Ministry of Water Resources says interventions by the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) have significantly improved water...
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Stakeholders seek unified action to accelerate methane abatement in oil and gas sector

Key stakeholders across government, civil society, and industry have called for stronger regulatory coordination and accelerated action on methane...
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Unsung heroes: How Shanet Rutgers helps to create a more secure future for African penguins

Shanet Rutgers’ passion for penguins was ignited in early 2000 when her mother took her to the Two Oceans...

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Water & Sanitation

UN-Habitat boosts water supply, sanitation in Niger communities

The Niger State Ministry of Water Resources says interventions...
Oil & Gas

Stakeholders seek unified action to accelerate methane abatement in oil and gas sector

Key stakeholders across government, civil society, and industry have...