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Clean Air Fund @cleanairfund.bsky.social · 2d

📢 NEW: Governments continue to funnel billions into fossil fuel-prolonging projects - while clean air gets just 1% of #GlobalDev finance.

Explore the findings of our report, The State of Global Air Quality Funding 2025, out today 👉 bit.ly/4gXEAjm

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 2d

Meet the Advisory Council

Victor Nthusi | Research Fellow @heiresearch.bsky.social

Victor brings experience in environmental health and policy evaluation, supporting AfriCAN’s efforts to align science with policy for impact across regions.

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State of Global Air @heisoga.bsky.social · 3d

Data drives the work we do, and we know it's important to provide context and insights into the latest data. To do this, we produce reports, factsheets, & videos that focus on various regional & global scales ➡️ tinyurl.com/mtbfbdr9

What resources do you want to see from us?

Reports and Resources | State of Global Air

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 4d

Applications are open!
Join the African School on #AirQuality & Pollution Prevention, 23 Nov–3 Dec 2025 at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology 🇬🇭

Gain skills in:
💡Advanced monitoring methods
📊 Evidence-based policy design
🌍 Pollution prevention

Deadline: Oct 19
🔗 bit.ly/AQSchool2025

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 6d

#AirPollution and climate change are jointly a growing threat to health in Africa. A new study shows urgent need for stronger monitoring, #AirQuality standards & renewable energy adoption.

Read more 🔗 annalsofglobalhealth.org/articles/10....

The Health Impacts of Air Pollution in the Context of Changing Climate in Africa: A Narrative Review with Recommendations for Action | Annals of Global Health

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 9d

#AirPollution is among the top 5 threats to life expectancy in Nigeria.

The University of Chicago 2025 #AQLIReport finds pollution shortens the average Nigerian resident’s life expectancy by 1.8 years, relative to what it would be if the @whowpro.bsky.social guideline was met.

🔗 bit.ly/41L9gOr

africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 9d

Meet the Advisory Council

Prof. Albert Presto | Professor, Carnegie Mellon University

Prof. Presto brings deep expertise in #AirPollution sources and atmospheric transformations, reinforcing AfriCAN’s commitment to high-quality science for urban air policy.

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 9d

#FAQ of the Week

Is there a safe level of #airpollution? No exposure is entirely risk-free.That’s why @whowpro.bsky.social sets strict #airquality guidelines to help governments aim for healthier limits.

African countries can act through monitoring, policy & innovation

Read 🔗 tinyurl.com/j5dp5w7r

What are the WHO Air quality guidelines?

Improving health by reducing air pollution.

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 11d

On #WorldHeartDay we spotlight air pollution’s hidden toll:

🔻523,000 cardiovascular deaths/yr in Africa (1,400/day) are linked to dirty air.

Improved air quality protects heart health.
Learn more 🔗 tinyurl.com/2p9s374d

Podcast 30 - Air Pollution Exposure and the Heart | Cardi-OH Radio | Cardi-OH | Improving Cardiovascular and Diabetes Outcomes for Ohio Medicaid

Listen to Sanjay Rajagopalan, MD, from University Hospitals and Case Western Reserve University, discuss the relationship between air pollution and cardiovascular events, identify its direct impact on...

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 13d

Huge appreciation to @unep.org for leading the charge!

Jane Akumu is presenting UNEP's vital work and significant strides in curbing transport emissions in Africa.

Crucial steps for cleaner air and healthier cities.

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 13d

Diving deep into the health consequences of #AirPollution. Transportation's contribution to global air pollution is a major health issue.

From childhood asthma to adult mortality, our mobility choices are shaping the air we breathe & our health outcomes.

Join here🔗bit.ly/3Vos8PE.

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 13d

🚍 Live at our webinar “Driving Change: How Mobility Choices Shape Our Air”

Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority sharing big strides: e-buses, Mass transit, rail projects & safer walking/cycling paths showing how cities can move toward sustainable mobility shaping cleaner, healthier cities.

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 13d

🚨Happening Now!

“Driving Change: How Mobility Choices Shape Our Air” webinar is live!

Join the conversation here🔗 bit.ly/3Vos8PE

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 14d

Happening Today!

Our webinar “Driving Change: How Mobility Choices Shape Our Air” goes live in just a few hours.

📅 Friday, Sept 26, 2025
🕑 14:00–15:30 WAT (GMT+1)
Join the conversation here🔗 bit.ly/3Vos8PE

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Driving Change: How Mobility Choices Shape Our Air . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

14:00-15:30 WAT | 15:00-16:30 SAST | 16:00-17:30 EAT This webinar is hosted by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) and the Africa Clean Air Network (AfriCAN). The transportati...

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 14d

⏰ 1 day to go! Don’t miss our webinar “Driving Change: How Mobility Choices Shape Our Air.” Explore how smarter mobility can boost health, productivity & clean air.

📅 Sept 26 | 🕑 14:00–15:30 WAT.
👉 bit.ly/3Vos8PE
#CleanAir4Africa

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Driving Change: How Mobility Choices Shape Our Air . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

14:00-15:30 WAT | 15:00-16:30 SAST | 16:00-17:30 EAT This webinar is hosted by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) and the Africa Clean Air Network (AfriCAN). The transportati...

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 15d

What role can clean air play as an incentive in mobility? Experts will share:
✅ Health impacts
✅ Co-benefits of active/public transport
✅ Case studies: BRT, NMT, clean air zones
📅 Sept 26 | 14:00–15:30 WAT
Register here 👉 bit.ly/3Vos8PE

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 15d

Battle to Breathe by @spotlightnsp.bsky.social exposes the heavy toll of #airpollution in Mpumalanga where health risks like asthma & premature deaths are on the rise.
This article raises urgent questions: Who is accountable? And what action is needed?
Read more: bit.ly/429z0nF

Battle to breathe: What we know about air pollution in Mpumalanga and people’s health

Journalist Sue Segar and photographer Thom Pierce recently visited Emalahleni in Mpumalanga to report on how air pollution is impacting the health of people in the area. In part 3 of this Spotlight sp...

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Health Effects Institute @heiresearch.bsky.social · 16d

Join us in just 2 weeks for our #ScienceOnThe7th Livestream!

We will meet with guest Tracey Holloway, @uwmadison.bsky.social to discuss satellites and air quality.

📅 Oct 7
⏰ 9 AM EDT | 1 PM GMT
🔗 tinyurl.com/ywmwwnu2

Science on the 7th: October 2025

Join us on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 for a new Science on the 7th livestream episode. We will discuss satellites and air quality with Tracey Holloway.

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 16d

Meet the Advisory Council.

Martha Mugarura | Assistant Commissioner, Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Uganda

With expertise in urban development, Martha supports AfriCAN's mission to embed clean air thinking in cities and planning policies across Africa.

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 16d

How can Africa build stronger, more resilient health systems? Find out at #CPHIA2025, the continent’s largest platform for public health solutions, led by @AfricaCDC from the 23rd–25th of October in Durban.
🔗Learn more: cphia2025.com

CPHIA 2025

4th International Conference on Public Health in Africa (CPHIA 2025) • 23-25 October 2025 • Durban, South Africa

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World Resources Institute @worldresources.bsky.social · 17d

🌎🗽We're at #ClimateWeekNYC!

This week will set the tone for action on climate, nature and development in the lead-up to key global summits later this year.

Join a WRI event➡️ go.wri.org/connect-at-climateweeknyc

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 17d

How can African cities design transport systems that protect people & the environment? Our expert pannelists will unpack challenges of megacity mobility & people-first solutions.

📅 Sept 26 | 14:00–15:30 WAT
👉 bit.ly/3Vos8PE

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Driving Change: How Mobility Choices Shape Our Air . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

14:00-15:30 WAT | 15:00-16:30 SAST | 16:00-17:30 EAT This webinar is hosted by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) and the Africa Clean Air Network (AfriCAN). The transportati...

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 17d

FAQ: How does #airpollution impact children?
With developing organs and faster breathing rates, children are vulnerable to life-long impacts. According to the 2024 State of Global Air Report more than 700,000 deaths in children under 5 were linked to air pollution in 2021.
Learn more: bit.ly/4n7LBjE

State of Global Air Report 2024 | State of Global Air

The State of Global Air 2024 reports provides a comprehensive analysis of data for air quality and health impacts for countries around the world in 2021.

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africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 20d

Africa’s cities are growing fast, mobility choices today shape our health, economies & clean air. Join our webinar on Sept 26th (14:00–15:30 WAT) as we set the tone for the upcoming #SUMConference hosted by the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA).
Register👉 bit.ly/46uKrYi

africacleanair.bsky.social @africacleanair.bsky.social · 20d

From energy to transport, waste to agriculture, collaboration works. Platforms like the Africa Clean Air Program & AQMx are scaling action and turning knowledge into results.