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    An analysis of Africa’s engagement in EU-led renewable energy initiatives: A case study of LEAP-RE programme
    (Palgrave MacMillan, 2026-05) Mashigo, R; Managa, Lavhelesani R; Dubey, A; Solomon, H
    In line with the climate change response, Africa is on a mission to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and other sources of energy that are detrimental to the environment. With the increasing population and rising energy demands, Africa-led sustainable renewable energy interventions in Africa are more vital than ever before. Several initiatives have been introduced to support Africa’s response to this challenge. However, ‘externally driven initiatives often surpass the African Union’s (AU) strategies and initiatives in this area. The Agenda 2063 Framework Document (2015) states that as a result of non-African led initiatives (e.g. through the Structural Adjustment Programs of 1980 to early 1990s), it led to “to slow growth, de-industrialisation and increased dependence on raw materials exports” in Africa. In today’s context, these initiatives are usually led and funded by non-African institutions and implemented in Africa with limited consideration of Africa’s capabilities needs. To support the objectives of the European Union’s Green Deal as well as other preceding strategies of the European Union (EU), the EU launched several initiatives, including the Long-term Europe-Africa Partnership on Renewable Energy (LEAP-RE) programme launched in 2021, which seeks to establish a long-term partnership of African and European stakeholders in the field of renewable energy, as a response to the climate change crisis. These projects focus on areas of research, innovation, and technology development that have been jointly devised by both African and European stakeholders. However, these areas are often not in sync with Africa’s strengths and renewable energy potential. This paper contributes to the growing literature that analyses Africa’s investments, priorities, and engagements in responding to climate change. It references the development of the LEAP-RE programme and its relevance to the African context. It concludes with recommendations on the approaches for Africa to leverage external resources to meet the increasing energy demands in the continent while capitalising on its resource potential.
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    Nutritional value, biochemical properties and health benefits of Baobab
    (Into Publishing, 2025-07) Akuaku, J; Gwamba, J; Dlamini, Nomusa R; Raheem, D; Tjiurutue, MJ; Kahaka, G; Bultosa, G; Cheikhyoussef, A
    Baobab (Adansonia digitata) is an indigenous African tree greatly valued for its numerous different non-timber products, shade and as a component in various agroforestry-, agroecology and mixed-farming practices. Baobab fruit pulp, seeds, leaves, flowers and roots are consumed by many different African communities. In the present climate change scenario, baobab will have a significant role in carbon sequestration to mitigate global warming, as well as in supporting food and nutrition security and income generation for the sub-Saharan regions. Because of their functional bioactive ingredients, baobab-based foods can also play an important role in public health and disease prevention. Different parts of baobab are increasingly used by the food processing industry in the development of functional foods, food supplements and nutraceuticals for the global market.