Sustainable development
Coverage of Sustainable development in the Nexus archive.
- Global population at 8.3 billion: What does that mean for anyone under 30?
The global population has surpassed 8.3 billion, raising questions about supporting the largest generation of young people. World Population Day 2026 emphasizes empowering youth through education, health, and opportunity, with discussions involving UNFPA and Jean-Emile Jammine.
- SCO at 25: Expanding beyond security into sustainable development
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is expanding its focus beyond security into sustainable development, adopting lessons from China's approach to targeted poverty alleviation. This includes integrating agricultural technology and broader strategies to address poverty.
- Tanzania: GGML Backs Public-Private Partnerships At Business SDG Awards 2026
GEITA Gold Mining Limited (GGML) participated as a Gold-level sponsor at the Business SDG Awards 2026 Gala in Dar es Salaam, reaffirming its commitment to public-private partnerships and sustainable development.
- Athirappilly charts biodiversity-led path to sustainable development
Athirappilly is promoting sustainable development through biodiversity conservation, with a People’s Biodiversity Register documenting over 1,800 species. The panchayat aims to connect conservation efforts with community livelihoods via Access and Benefit Sharing.
- Microbiology, technology vital for sustainable development and biosafety, says MLA
Gadde Ramamohan emphasized the importance of microbiology and technology for sustainable development and biosafety during the golden jubilee celebrations of Gulbarga University's Department of Microbiology.
- Jitendra Singh pitches for BRICS Space Economy
Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh advocates for BRICS nations to collaborate on the space economy, emphasizing opportunities in innovation, investment, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development.
- Nigeria: Sexual Violence in Conflict Threatens Nigeria's Peace, Devt, Says Sulaiman-Ibrahim
Nigeria's Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, warned that conflict-related sexual violence poses a major threat to the country's peace, security, and sustainable development. She highlighted that women and children are increasingly targeted by insecurity across Nigeria.
- Environment minister seeks more investment in Nigeria’s green economy ahead of critical summit
The Nigerian environment minister, Mr. Lawal, is advocating for increased investment in the country's green economy ahead of a critical summit. He emphasized that Nigeria's prosperity depends on protecting the environment, building resilient communities, creating green jobs, and mobilizing investments into sustainable development.
- Botswana: Botswana, De Beers Appoint Adesina Chair Of Diamonds Development Fund
Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has been appointed Chairman of Botswana's Diamonds for Development Fund, a joint initiative by the Botswana government and De Beers Group to promote economic diversification and sustainable development.
- To move beyond GDP, don’t ignore environmental economists
The article discusses moving beyond GDP to achieve sustainable development by considering human skills and natural resources. Governments should base decisions on these factors, not just gross domestic product. This approach will help in achieving sustainable development.
- FOIP at 10: Bridging the Indo-Pacific and the Middle East
Japan is strengthening cooperation with the Indo-Pacific and Middle East regions in security, supply chains, and sustainable development under the FOIP initiative, which marks its 10th anniversary.
- Quad ministers unveil key energy and critical mineral initiatives
Quad ministers announced key energy and critical mineral initiatives, focusing on enhancing regional collaboration and resource security. The initiatives aim to strengthen supply chains and promote sustainable development in the Indo-Pacific region.