Dean Bhebhe

Nov 25, 2024 | mg.co.za | Dean Bhebhe

The climate change conference COP29, recently held in Baku, Azerbaijan, was called the “finance COP”, a time when wealthy nations had the opportunity to address their longstanding financial commitments towards tackling the climate crisis.  Instead, it was a betrayal of the people and planet — a slap in the face for developing countries, who bear the greatest burden of climate change, despite being the least responsible for causing it.

May 29, 2024 | allafrica.com | Dean Bhebhe |Fran Witt

Next week, the African Development Bank should choose transparency, inclusivity, and a green future over continued support for oil and gas. When the board of governors of the African Development Bank (AfDB) meet for their next week, the issues of energy finance and climate change will be high on the agenda. Understandably so. 600 million people in Africa lack access to electricity.

Feb 29, 2024 | allafrica.com | Dean Bhebhe

TotalEnergies' sponsorship of AFCON, a celebration of African unity and resilience, was an insult to people across the continent. The successful conclusion of the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d'Ivoire highlighted the indomitable spirit of the continent and the transformative power of football. For a month, fans in Africa and the world were thoroughly entertained. Football was, once again, a universal language that united our people across borders, ideologies, and pursuits.

Oct 5, 2023 | allafrica.com | Dean Bhebhe

$1 spent on climate adaption can yield up to $10, not to mention immeasurable other benefits, yet efforts remains chronically underfunded. Morocco's Marrakech is a magical place for tourists from around the world. This month, the hope is that it will deliver something magical for its fellow Africans at the upcoming World Bank annual meetings. This anticipated gathering will witness the global fraternity descending upon the Ochre City to contemplate the pressing global financial situation.