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African MBA programs are reclaiming sustainability in business education

Corporate Knights

Across the continent, business schools are embracing local narratives , turning the classroom into a space where African ingenuity and global relevance meet and changing how students see themselves – not just as participants but as creators of a more sustainable and equitable global economy.

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Food waste contributes 10% to global emissions but 9 out of 10 countries’ NDCs fail to focus on food waste and loss

Envirotec Magazine

WRAP warns that food loss and waste have devastating impacts on society and global economies too. The World Economic Forum estimates that food loss and waste costs the global economy $936 billion a year, while more than 783 million people go hungry and a third of humanity faces food insecurity.

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DP World Announces Start of Air Cargo Hub Operations in Punta Cana

3BL Media

The hub marks another milestone in DP World’s growth strategy for the country, which aims to position the Dominican Republic as a leading player in global trade and logistics. The maintenance and repair workshop has commenced civil work and is on a two-year timeline to begin operations.

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Qualcomm’s 2023 Corporate Responsibility Report: Public Policy and Regulation

3BL Media

Policy Guides: We carefully monitor and evaluate developments that affect the world of connectivity. Our Government Affairs team participates in diverse advocacy efforts that contribute to immigration laws that support our Company’s ability to develop leading-edge technologies specifically and our innovation-based global economy in general.

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Fellowship Empowers Young People With the Power of Sustainability Storytelling

3BL Media

The fellowship provides financial support, a stipend of $5,000, access to networks of advisors and experts, and skills training such as leadership development, storytelling workshops, speaking opportunities, and other professional opportunities. My original manuscript was probably maybe 10 pages at most,” she told us. “At

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Expanding Opportunities for Underrepresented Groups: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Remains a Core Value at FedEx

3BL Media

Hands-on career development Hands-on learning and a steady paycheck while in college can help set students up for success. FedEx supports APIA scholars with 10 four-year scholarship awards annually, and funding for the Professional Mentorship and Career Development programs. This is why we support organizations both in the U.S.

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A Blueprint for Closing the SDG Financing Gap: How to Raise $290 Billion in 12 Months to Tackle the World’s Biggest Problems

James Militzer

In 2009, developed countries committed to mobilizing US $100 billion per year for climate action in developing countries by 2020. As of 2020, the annual SDG financing gap for developing countries stood at $4.2 They failed. trillion — up from $2.5 trillion pre-pandemic. The key elements of this blueprint are outlined below.