In Copenhagen, industrial nations have again successfully managed to divide African and developing countries, by co-opting the bigger developing countries, such as China, India, Brazil and South Africa, in private deals.
Such co-opting often starts with the demonising of these countries: those who insist on a fair deal are being mercilessly portrayed as stubborn obstacles in the march for a greener future,
Dec 25
Copenhagen is a disaster for Africa
Africa, Climate Change
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Dec 22
What they’re saying about….
Africa, Climate Change, Nigeria
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“Africa is of the view that it contributed the least to the global greenhouse gas emissions, and stands to suffer the most. It wants comprehensive and action-oriented adaptation programme to be established to support adaptation action, provide financial, technological and capacity building support by developed country parties for adaptation in developing countries.” –Newswatch (Nigeria)
Oct 13
Kagame praises China’s Africa investments
Africa, Southern Africa
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“European and American involvement has not brought Africa forward,” says Rwanda’s leader. “China is investing in infrastructure and building roads.”
