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Spekboom, a hardy, unassuming succulent shrub, has become one of the country’s most quietly powerful climate allies. (Imperative)

Spekboom restoration at centre of $120m World Bank climate bond

The World Bank has priced a $120m spekboom restoration bond in South Africa’s Eastern Cape, linking investor returns to ecosystem recovery

Sheree Bega

Uncertainty still surrounds the Kariba REDD+ forest conservation project, which provides sustainable livelihood opportunities for poor communities in northern Zimbabwe. (Substack)

Fate of Zimbabwe’s Kariba REDD+ forest conservation project hangs in the balance

Kariba REDD+ has been prevented from trading after allegations of mismanagement and corruption

Lenin Ndebele