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The Indian Ocean: How can coastal communities adapt to a rapidly changing environment?
In Climate Conversation with: Apoorva Orza, Global Lead for Agriculture, Food Security and Climate Resilience, and Hirondina Mondlane, Programme Coordinator at AKF Mozambique. Climate Conversations is a series of interviews with experts from AKF and its partners, exploring how AKF is tackling pressing climate challenges to help communities build resilience and improve their quality of life.
On common ground: Can agriculture and conservation coexist in the mountains of Central Asia?
Mountain ecosystems are increasingly fragile to the effects of climate change. Finding a balance between agricultural and environmental needs – for communities to be both food secure and climate resilient – is critical
AKF to restore 226 hectares of mangroves in Kenya’s Gazi Bay
The initiative will restore vital ecosystems, create green jobs, and promote sustainable livelihoods – ensuring that both people and nature thrive together
In Memoriam: His Highness the Aga Khan
The month in pictures: January
Climate-resilient cauliflowers in India, girls’ ice hockey in Pakistan, and 72 solar panels at our office in Mozambique: see what we’ve been up to this month.
Community Roots, Global Reach: Four climate resilience lessons from Tanzania
By building stronger, more resilient communities now, Tanzania is setting an example for how countries can navigate the complexities of climate change while ensuring environmental sustainability and economic stability
More than a room: Safe spaces for girls in Mozambique
Our year in pictures 2024
A selection of our favourite photos from 2024. From Kenya to Portugal to Pakistan, we are building a future where we all thrive together.
AKF and EU announce €22m partnership to promote economic resilience in Afghanistan
The joint initiative will support inclusive and sustainable economic growth in Afghanistan, reducing dependence on humanitarian aid
AKF and Bezos Family Foundation expand partnership to boost early childhood development in Asia and Africa
A new expansion of the Vroom early childhood development programme will reach children and their families in India, Kenya, Pakistan and Tanzania.