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Championing sustainability, Resilience, Innovation and Inclusive Positive Socio-economic Transformation

[Global Environment Facility (GEF) @theGEF]

Aug 9 is International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples. At @theGEF, that means showing how the leadership of Indigenous Peoples is now built into our financial commitments. 🧵

[World Meteorological Organization @WMO]

🆕 WMO confirms: El Niño conditions are developing and are set to influence global temperature and rainfall patterns around the world in the months ahead. Most forecast models suggest it will be at least moderate – possibly strong.
Be prepared. More info➡️ https://t.co/htyps0XfsE

[Global Goals @GlobalGoalsUN]

Biodiversity describes the balanced, interwoven tapestry of life that every species on Earth depends on to flourish.
But that tapestry is fraying.
1 million species are in danger of extinction: https://t.co/l3ln9NPYBK

[FAO Climate Change & Biodiversity @FAOclimate]

Without #biodiversity, our agrifood systems could not exist.

On #BiodiversityDay, let's turn global biodiversity targets into action with agriculture & food systems at the heart of the solution. ⤵️

https://t.co/Yh3gRq81eV

#KMGBF

[UNDP Careers @UNDPCareers]

We share our planet with around 8.7 million species and 8+ billion people.

Everything we do has an impact on our planet 🌎.

On #BiodiversityDay and every day, let’s make choices that will leave a greener planet for future generations: https://t.co/gFg8gbf0XB

[UN Development @UNDP]

We share our planet with around 8.7 million species and 8+ billion people.

Everything we do has an impact on our 🌎.

On #BiodiversityDay and every day, let’s make choices that will leave a greener planet for future generations: https://t.co/XEml4VJpnX

[Food and Agriculture Organization @FAO]

#DYK | Over 200 000 animal species are pollinators, including 20 000 bee species!

Their work supports ecosystems, food production and biodiversity.

Let’s protect them! 🌿

#BiodiversityDay #SavetheBees

[UNESCO @UNESCO]

Nature is our strongest ally, and protecting it is essential for our shared future. 🌍🌿

Across its #WorldHeritage sites, #BiosphereReserves and #GlobalGeoparks, UNESCO works with communities, scientists, Indigenous Peoples and partners to protect #biodiversity, restore ecosystems and strengthen the resilience of nature and people.

This #BiodiversityDay is a call to act: rethink our relationship with nature and help restore balance for a more sustainable world.

Learn more: https://t.co/nPPMtK7Iz1 #ForThePeople #ForNature

[UNESCO @UNESCO]

Today is #BiodiversityDay! 🌍

Protecting biodiversity is not just about nature. It is about protecting the systems that sustain our lives.

Through #BiosphereReserves, @UNESCO works with communities and scientists to protect ecosystems, restore habitats and support sustainable livelihoods.

Discover how: https://t.co/8mzjkhwRDU

#ForNature #ForThePeople @UNESCO_MAB

[UN Environment Programme @UNEP]

Biodiversity is the variety of life on Earth — from plants and animals to tiny microorganisms — that keeps our ecosystems healthy and resilient. 

Yet habitat loss, pollution, and climate change are pushing nature to the brink.  

This #BiodiversityDay, find out how you can take action: https://t.co/4Eu0PlD5yD

[UN Environment Programme @UNEP]

Bees keep our world alive.

They give us food, products like honey and beeswax, and support millions of farmers and rural communities. Healthy bee populations also help ecosystems recover and adapt to climate change.

This #WorldBeeDay, learn why bees matter for people and planet:

https://t.co/8Tf37b7nUN

[UN Biodiversity @UNBiodiversity]

Today is the anniversary of the adoption of the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety under the Convention on Biological Diversity.

The Protocol supports countries in ensuring the safe handling & use of LMOs while contributing to biodiversity conservation.

#Biosafety #UNBiodiversity

[UN Biodiversity @UNBiodiversity]

#Target19 of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF is about mobilizing $2⃣0⃣0⃣ billion per year for biodiversity from all sources, including
$3⃣0⃣ billion through international finance.

Learn more: 🔗https://t.co/4eMSeKfnZ2

[UN Zimbabwe @UNZimbabwe]

At the #FfD4 conference, #Zimbabwe shines with the launch of the Zimbabwe Renewable Energy Fund #ZimREF, driving a $100M blended finance model for sustainable energy, building on $10M f4m @JointSDGFund. With solar parks & e-mobility, ZimREF is a beacon for #SDG progress!

[UN Biodiversity @UNBiodiversity]

At #COP16Colombia, Parties to @UNBiodiversity adopted decision 16/21 pertaining to synthetic biology.

We explain its importance and relevance to the Global Biodiversity Framework #KMGBF:

[Convention on Wetlands @RamsarConv]

Only 5 years are left to achieve the 23 targets of the #KMGBF and the 17 #GlobalGoals by 2030.

The time to act is now!

Learn more: https://t.co/XzTb9fIaTb

@UNBiodiversity

#BiodiversityDay #WetlandsMatter

[UN Biodiversity @UNBiodiversity]

🌱 Protecting biodiversity is essential for life under water

With 5 years left to meet the #GlobalGoals and the targets of the #KMGBF, we must pursue these universal agendas together to achieve harmony with nature and sustainable development.

#BiodiversityDay

@UNEP

[UN Biodiversity @UNBiodiversity]

The International Day for Biodiversity is celebrated on 22 May. 🌿

Learn more about this year’s #BiodiversityDay theme and find out how you can join the global celebration campaign: https://t.co/dWGvr79Z5E

[Ministry of Information, Publicity & Broadcasting @InfoMinZW]

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCA) International Conference has kicked off in Harare. The event, being held at HICC from 19 to 23 May 2025, is themed "Transfrontier Conservation Areas-25 years of cooperation for regional integration and sustainable development."

The summit celebrates 25 years of regional cooperation in biodiversity conservation, sustainable development, and ecotourism, bringing together Heads of State, traditional leaders, and experts from 16 member states. Through TFCAs, SADC member states have made significant strides in conserving biodiversity, promoting sustainable livelihoods, and fostering regional cooperation.
#SADCTCFA

[ZBC News @ZBCNewsonline]

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Transfrontier Conservation Areas (TFCA) Conference has officially commenced at the Harare International Conference Centre, with delegates expressing optimism for productive deliberations on regional wildlife conservation.

Scheduled to run until May 23, the conference aims to strengthen political commitment among SADC member states and facilitate the mobilisation of investment towards the sustainable management of wildlife resources.

A key highlight of the gathering will be the Heads of State Summit, where regional leaders are expected to evaluate lessons learned, address prevailing challenges, and chart the way forward under the newly approved SADC TFCA Programme, which covers the period from 2023 to 2033.