Responsible Consumption
African stories on sustainable living and resource use.
E-Commerce Took Over Fashion. Can Trade Policy Bring Local Manufacturing Back?
byGloria Edukere• Nov 23, 2025
South Africa’s crackdown on duty-free imports hints at a blueprint for protecting jobs, the environment, and regional trade.
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Lagos Fashion Week Wins 2025 Earthshot Prize
byThe Trending Desk• Nov 15, 2025
On November 5, 2025, Lagos Fashion Week received a £1 million Earthshot Prize in Rio. Africa’s first circular fashion hub is now on the way.
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How Rachid Yazami's Work Challenges Africa's Raw Mineral Export Pattern
byAdetoro Adetayo• Nov 15, 2025
Rachid Yazami’s discoveries reveal how Africa could build its own battery industry, capturing value instead of exporting raw minerals abroad.
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African Mining Week Opens Doors to New Deals
byThe Trending Desk• Oct 5, 2025
On October 1–3, 2025, ministers and investors met in Cape Town to chart Africa’s mining future: innovation, investment, and inclusion took center stage.
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Ghana’s Secondhand Clothing Trade Is Drowning in Waste. Here’s How to Save It.
byEzinne Okoroafor• Aug 17, 2025
A Waste-based Tax and Extended Producer Responsibility could keep jobs alive while tackling pollution at the source.
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How Invisible Networks Are Powering the Next Economic Leap
byAdetumilara Adetayo• Aug 6, 2025
Fiber cables and cloud servers don’t get much attention, but they’re changing lives—from smart farms in Uganda to online classrooms in Nigeria. Can Africa connect the rest before the gap widens?
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The Climate Case for Bamboo Is Clear. So Why Isn’t the Money Moving?
byAdetoro Adetayo• Aug 3, 2025
Bamboo is cheap, fast-growing, and carbon-rich. Cameroon has a national strategy and active pilot projects, but unlocking scale will take more than potential.
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What Happens to a Pad After It's Used? In Nigeria, the Answer Is Complicated.
byEzinne Okoroafor• Jul 21, 2025
With no clear disposal path, menstrual waste becomes a silent threat, polluting land, water, and communities.
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Slow Fashion Is Thriving in Ethiopia And It's Anything but Small
byAdetola Adetayo• Jul 15, 2025
Women-led collectives are weaving climate-smart fashion from heritage crafts, creating lasting jobs along the way.
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Can AfCFTA Boost Trade Without Harming the Environment?
bySalamatu Alabi• Mar 23, 2025
Africa’s biggest trade deal promises economic growth, but weak regulations and rapid industrial expansion could trigger an environmental crisis. What’s the plan?
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Shea Butter: A Heritage of Craft, Commerce, and Survival
byThelma Ideozu• Feb 26, 2025
For centuries, African women have crafted shea butter by hand—now, as global demand soars, who truly benefits from this billion-dollar industry?
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Does ESG Reporting Reflect Real Progress or Just Corporate Greenwashing?
byAdetoro Adetayo• Feb 8, 2025
Many companies promote ESG initiatives, but are their reports accurate reflections of real change or just carefully crafted narratives hiding the truth?
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How Betty Wandia Githinji is Shaping Eco-Conscious Living Through Design in Kenya
byThe Publishers• Feb 5, 2025
Betty’s designs fuse African craftsmanship with practical, mindful living—creating functional pieces that preserve culture and empower local communities.
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The Enduring Wisdom of Nubian Homes
byTomi Abe• Dec 4, 2024
Passed down through generations, Nubian homes tell a story of survival, ingenuity, and a timeless connection to their roots.
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The Fierce Fight to Save the Black Rhino
byAdetoro Adetayo• Nov 5, 2024
As the black rhino teeters on the brink of extinction, dedicated conservationists and communities unite to combat relentless poaching and habitat loss.
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Is Ethiopia’s Coffee Heritage Dying?
byAdetola Adetayo• Oct 31, 2024
Will Ethiopia’s rich coffee culture and biodiversity withstand climate shifts, stricter regulations, and economic pressures, or are these threats too great?
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Why Capricorn Group Thinks Social Impact is Good Business
byAdetoro Adetayo• Oct 18, 2024
Capricorn Group believes investing in education and local communities isn’t just charity—it’s a smart strategy for lasting change.
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The Complexity of Healthy Eating: What You Need to Know
byAdetoro Adetayo• Oct 13, 2024
As dietary habits shift globally, understanding the impact of cultural traditions and modern influences is essential for making healthier choices.
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