Africa's resilience investment case: Why it matters for competitiveness, growth and stability

𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐙𝐀𝐌𝐁𝐈𝐀 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐏𝐀𝐓𝐄𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐀𝐅𝐑𝐈𝐂𝐀 𝐂𝐋𝐈𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐒𝐔𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐓 𝟐 (𝐀𝐂𝐒-𝟐) The Africa Climate Summit 2 (ACS-2) is a defining moment for the continent to shape global climate action and financing. Hosted in Addis Ababa, the summit unites African leaders, partners, and communities to champion Africa-led climate solutions, push for fair climate finance, and build a resilient, green future. CARE Zambia is proud to be participating in this historic event, amplifying voices for community-led adaptation, climate justice, and sustainable development. The event is expected to not only position Africa as a unified force to influence COP30, G20, and UNGA outcomes but to drive concrete reforms to scale grant-based climate finance and showcase African-led climate solutions with potential for global impact among other key outcomes. The summit is also set to deliver key outcomes, including the Adoption of the African Leaders Addis Ababa Declaration, the launch of a flagship report on strategic partnerships, and the mobilization of green investment commitments worth billions across sectors. It will also feature progress updates on major climate initiatives and present a clear roadmap for implementing declarations and investment commitments that will shape Africa’s green and resilient future. #carezambia #ACS2025 #ClimateAdaptation #climatesolutions

Africa Climate Summit 2 Opens in Addis Ababa The Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2) has officially opened in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, bringing together African leaders, global stakeholders, and climate experts to chart the continent’s course in addressing the climate crisis. The summit runs from 8–10 September 2025, following pre-summit dialogues held from September 5–7. Kenya’s Role President William Ruto has arrived in Addis to represent Kenya, continuing his leadership in rallying African nations for a unified voice on climate action and finance reforms. 📌 Summit Themes Nature- & tech-driven decarbonization Adaptation, resilience & sustainable cities Climate finance & African-led investment Indigenous and youth-led climate action One of the most pressing debates is how to ensure climate finance cascades directly to grassroots communities—ward, village, and household levels—rather than being absorbed at the top. 🌐 Global Participation Over 25,000 participants are expected, including African heads of state, UN Secretary-General António Guterres, IMF and World Bank executives, and partners from CARICOM. This summit will also align Africa’s agenda ahead of COP30 later this year. ⚡ Why It Matters ACS2 is more than a meeting—it’s Africa’s chance to reshape global climate finance frameworks, strengthen its bargaining power at COP30, and showcase African-led solutions to the world. Follow us for more: WhatsApp • LinkedIn • Facebook • Instagram • Telegram Moto Seen Africa — Africa’s View, Seen Clearly. #MotoSeenAfrica #AfricaClimateSummit #ClimateAction #Kenya #AddisAbaba #COP30 #SeenClearly

The convening of the second Africa Climate Summit (#ACS2) in Addis Ababa comes at a profoundly consequential moment, not only for Africa but for the global climate governance architecture at large. The framing of today’s theme—“Nature and technology-based solutions to drive decarbonisation, green growth, and resilient infrastructure”—captures a dual imperative: to harness Africa’s abundant natural capital while ensuring technological innovation is equitably deployed in service of resilience, sustainability, and justice. What makes #ACS2 so significant is not simply the scale of the issues at stake, but the asymmetry it forces the world to confront. Africa contributes less than 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, yet, as the African Development Bank has warned, climate-related costs for the continent are projected to rise to between $290–$440 billion USD between 2020 and 2030—an existential economic burden that African states cannot and should not shoulder alone. This is precisely why climate finance, particularly around Loss and Damage, is not charity but an overdue matter of justice, reparations, and global responsibility. The conversations in Addis must therefore be measured not by lofty declarations but by tangible commitments: a. On Climate Finance: Mobilising predictable, accessible, and additional financing streams for African countries, moving beyond pledges to real disbursements that address both adaptation and irreversible loss. b. On Nature-Based Solutions: Scaling community-driven ecosystem restoration, sustainable land management, and regenerative agriculture that simultaneously mitigate emissions and protect biodiversity. c. On Technology and Infrastructure: Ensuring that Africa’s green transition is powered by context-specific technologies—ranging from off-grid renewable energy to climate-smart irrigation—while avoiding extractive models that repeat historical injustices. d. On Global Solidarity: Elevating African leadership in shaping climate negotiations, particularly as the continent is home to both the world’s youngest population and some of its richest renewable energy and critical mineral reserves. As Brenda Mwale and Hyacinthe Niyitegeka engage on the ground, their work underscores the importance of amplifying African voices that too often remain peripheral in global climate summits. The story of #ACS2 is, at its core, about agency: Africa charting a pathway to climate resilience that is rooted in justice, equity, and the recognition that safeguarding the future of the continent is inextricably linked to the future of the planet itself. The question is no longer whether Africa will rise to the climate challenge—it already is. The real question is whether the global community will rise to meet Africa with the solidarity, financing, and accountability that justice demands. #LossAndDamage #ClimateJustice #ACS2 #AfricaClimateSummit #SustainableDevelopment #GlobalSolidarity

The opening of the second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2) in Addis Ababa marks not just a gathering of leaders, but a decisive moment in the continent’s trajectory toward climate justice and sustainable development. The theme — “Nature and technology-based solutions to drive decarbonisation, green growth, and resilient infrastructure” — is both timely and urgent, for it highlights the dual imperatives of harnessing Africa’s natural capital while leveraging innovation to safeguard its future. The stark reality is impossible to ignore: Africa contributes less than 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, yet climate-related costs are projected to range between USD 290–440 billion by 2030 (AfDB, 2022). These figures underscore a painful asymmetry — those least responsible bear the heaviest burden. The issue of loss and damage is therefore not abstract; it is a lived reality for millions of African farmers facing failed harvests, coastal communities losing ancestral lands to rising seas, and families displaced by cyclones, droughts, and floods. If ACS2 is to be more than another conference, it must deliver tangible, measurable outcomes: a. Scaled-up climate finance that is accessible, predictable, and equitable. b. Mechanisms for operationalizing the Loss and Damage Fund agreed at COP27, ensuring that pledges translate into action. c. Integration of African-led solutions, from community-based adaptation to renewable energy transitions, grounded in indigenous knowledge and strengthened by technological innovation. d. Regional strategies that link decarbonisation with green industrialisation, creating jobs while reducing dependence on fossil fuels. This is also a moment to foreground Africa’s agency and leadership. With 60% of the world’s arable land, vast solar and wind potential, and the youngest population globally, Africa is not merely a “victim” of climate change but a crucial actor in global climate solutions. The continent’s ability to leapfrog into green growth pathways could reshape not only its own future but also the world’s collective ability to meet the Paris Agreement goals. As the Loss and Damage Collaboration, UN Climate Change, the AfDB, and other stakeholders amplify these urgent priorities, the voices of frontline communities — women, youth, and local innovators — must remain central. Their lived experiences, coupled with their ingenuity, are indispensable in designing systems that are equitable, resilient, and enduring. Africa’s climate crisis is a global crisis. But equally, Africa’s opportunities are global opportunities. ACS2 must be remembered not for rhetoric, but for resolutions that shifted the balance toward climate justice, accountability, and hope. #AfricaClimateSummit #LossAndDamage #ClimateJustice #Resilience #GreenGrowth #ACS2

African leaders and global partners convened in Addis Ababa for Climate Week 2025, demanding urgent implementation of climate finance pledges and stronger support for the continent’s green transition. Ethiopian President Taye Selassie outlined a vision for integrated energy markets, transformed food systems, and youth leadership, while UN and AU officials stressed the need for accessible funding and technology transfer. The African Development Bank Group reaffirmed its commitment to scaling climate finance and technical assistance, co-hosting NDC clinics to help countries align policies and investment plans. The event sets the stage for the Africa Climate Summit (8–10 September) and COP30 in Brazil, emphasizing collaboration across governments, private sector, and civil society. #ClimateWeek2025 #AfricaClimateAction #GreenTransition #ClimateFinance #AfDB #FitchAdvisory

At the just ended Africa Climate Summit 2 in Addis Ababa, African parliamentarians came together with development partners to chart bold pathways for financing resilient and green development across the continent. From championing Climate Prosperity Plans to strengthening parliamentary oversight of climate finance, the lawmakers have committed to turning Africa’s climate challenges into opportunities for jobs, growth, and a just transition. In a joint communiqué pledging to champion Climate Prosperity Plans (CPPs), leverage green economic zones, pass stronger climate legislation, and introduce new accountability tools to unlock billions in green investment for the continent, they issued a powerful, unified message: "Africa has the solutions for a green and resilient future, but global partners must step up with the financing to match its ambitions". Read and download the full Communique below. #AfricaClimateSummit2 #ACS2ParliamentaryDialogue #ACS2Communique Climate Vulnerable Forum and V20 Finance Ministers (CVF-V20) African Group of Negotiators Experts Support (AGNES) UN Climate Change Climate Action Network (CAN) Europe Climate Parliament World Future Council Africa Climate Summit 2 UN Environment Programme

✨Back from an energizing week at Africa Climate Summit (ACS2) in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia 🇪🇹 ✅Bold discussions on green jobs opportunities on the continent ✅Dynamic conversations on enhancing the role of youth in promoting climate inclusion ✅Engagement with potential partners and fellow advocates ✅Inspiring exchanges to advance Africa's climate agenda ✅New connections with diverse stakeholders ✅Reconnecting with climate experts, practitioners, young climate activists, and private sector leaders 💡 Here are some key takeaways 1️⃣Africa Climate Innovation Compact (ACIC) and African Facility (ACF) launched under the initiative of H.E. Abiy Ahmed, Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. A new initiative/platform to champion Africa-led climate innovation, technology and inclusive financing. Part of the goal is to accelerate green transitions by scaling up solutions rooted in the continent. The Compact aims to deliver 1, 000 African solutions by 2030 while committing to mobilize $50 million annualy. Africa is a continent of solutions 2️⃣Addis Abeba Declaration Adopted, which reframes Africa from being viewed merely as climate-vulnerable to being a provider of solutions. Calls for stronger international support for Africa’s climate priorities (financial, capacity building, technological). 3️⃣Africa wants its voice amplified in international climate negotiations. African countries are pushing for ownership of their solutions rather than being passive recipients. African solutions are driving resilience and sustainability. 4️⃣Africa’s youth is increasing active participation. Over 1,000 youth delegates contributed to shaping the outcomes and commitments accountability tools were launched. From hosting the Second Youth Climate Assembly (AYCA2) pre-summit to youth-led events during Africa Climate Summit, the voices of young Africans who are driving solutions are growing. 5️⃣The journey to COP32. Ethiopia has formally announced its candidacy to host COP32 in 2027, with Addis Abeba proposed as the host city 🚀 What’s next ? Exploring collaboration and curating events for G20, PreCOP30 and COP30. 🤝Let’s partner to co-host/create impactful side events ! Maryann Kahindi-Picard Joel Yongoua Nana NGONGANG Wandji Danube Kirt #ACS2 #AfricanClimateSummit #AUC #Ethiopia #ClimateAction #GreenLegacy #Agenda2063 #AWPI #W4SECA #S2Services

🌍✨ The Africa Climate Summit (ACS) has emerged as a powerful platform to shape and elevate Africa’s voice in the global climate arena. But as we reflect two years on the critical question remains: what real progress has been made? While the summit brings visibility and renewed energy for Africa’s climate leadership, we must also be honest about the gaps that persist especially in areas that directly impact the lives and futures of millions across the continent 🎥 In this thought Brenda Mwale sheds light on the continued challenges surrounding climate adaptation and the urgent need for real commitments on loss and damage finance. Her insights are a powerful reminder that ambition without action leaves communities vulnerable. 🌱 The Africa Climate Summit must be more than a platform for bold speeches. It must deliver results that reflect Africa’s realities, resilience, and rightful demands. 📢 If ACS is truly for Africa, then it must prioritize African needs from climate finance to capacity building, from policy inclusion to frontline support. And that means centering the voices of those most affected especially youth, women, and marginalized communities. 👉 Watch the full video to hear Brenda’s powerful message and join us in demanding bold, urgent, and accountable action that puts Africa first. #AfricaClimateSummit #ClimateJustice #LossAndDamage #Adaptation #GlobalSouth #AfricaRising #SustainableDevelopment #YouthVoices #JustTransition #ClimateFinance #COP30 #ActOnClimate

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟰𝟬𝟬 𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝟯𝟱? Diolu Tobechukwu, co-founder of lincgreen prospects and a 2025 Africa Youth Climate Finance Fellow (AYCFF2025), reminds us: “𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗲𝘅𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀.” If climate action is to create real opportunities, it must start by valuing our human capital, youth as frontline implementers, and locally driven solutions that already work. Climate action must: 1. Open space for youth-led solutions and ideas 2. Fund what’s working locally 3. Build systems that trust us to lead This is why Jacob’s Ladder Africa created 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮, part of JLA’s ACS2 2025 strategy. A digital-led, community-rooted storytelling campaign to ensure the Summit reflects youth voices from across the continent. Join the campaign: Comment #VoicesOfAfrica and add your voice. To attend the green jobs & skills pavilion at the second Africa Climate Summit, register acs.jacobsladder.africa The Africa Centre Climate Action Platform for Africa (CAP-A) GIZ Kenya Jackie Chimhanzi (PhD) Jackson (Jack) Kimani Sellah Bogonko, HSC Bilha Ndirangu Mokena Makeka Jabesh Amissah-Arthur Mugwe Manga James Mwangi Macire Aribot Ashford Jacquelyn Mando Netsanet M. Yehun Wafiiqah Youssouf Mbechezi Niriko Jouberthe Raissa Razafiarivony Mwila Mwale Elbethel Alemaw Tinaye Mabara Awaakeh Wokpeh Bilha Luseka Monica C. Mhina Ahmed Farole Fundile Jack Khumalo Howard Mwesigwa Deograsias Mallya Abubakarr Ibrahim Ndopaie Alexandre Mahougnon Aurel ZOUMMAN Paschal Onuorah Franken Kalongole Mokena Makeka Elizabeth Kiarie (MBA) Valentine Tenge

Empowering Africa — Designing the Next Climate Economy Day 1 of the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2) marked a pivotal moment for Africa’s climate leadership. Representing #REAN, the President Ayo Ademilua (FICA,MBA) joined African leaders in charting a sustainable path for the continent. The opening sessions set the stage for bold climate action, reinforcing Africa’s role in shaping a resilient and inclusive green future. The event highlighted four major themes: 1. Shift from Aid to Investment – Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ethiopia called for replacing climate aid with investment, stressing Africa’s strengths - youth, fertile land, and solar potential. He unveiled the African Climate Innovation Compact, a partnership to deliver 1,000 African-led climate solutions by 2030 across energy, agriculture and transport 2. Building Unified African Momentum – Kenyan President William Ruto reaffirmed Africa’s collective strength, urging leaders that “No nation can solve this crisis alone.” He framed unity, not isolation, as the roadmap to climate resilience. Across panels, stakeholders called for consolidating #AfricanNegotiatingPower, proposing a continental bargaining council and a dedicated African climate finance mechanism. 3. Turning Promises into Action – Summit discussions highlighted the need to convert nearly $26 billion in pledges 2023 into impactful projects. Leaders positioned Africa not as a victim of climate change but as a model for green development through renewable energy, agriculture, and sustainable mining. 4. Unlocking the Green Economy – Solar ambitions are rising, with 20 African countries setting import records, yet Africa produces only 4% of global solar output. The financing gap is pressing; Africa needs $70B annually for climate adaptation but received only $15B in 2023. The summit’s vision is to leverage #Africa's resources to build a just, innovative, and resilient green economy. What this means for #RE in Nigeria: Nigeria’s climate goals, ranging from achieving net-zero emissions by 2060 to scaling #solar, #wind, and #hydropower, are in strong alignment with the summit’s focus on investment, innovation, and leadership. The African Climate Innovation Compact offers opportunities to: ✅ Scale #RE projects. ✅ Build technical and institutional capacity. ✅ Strengthen regional collaboration for faster implementation. #REAN, under the leadership of Ayo Ademilua (FICA,MBA), remains committed to: * Advocating for robust #RE investment strategies, both public and private. * Fostering Nigerian participation in continental innovation networks catalyze clean energy solutions. * strengthen collaboration with African institutions to translate high-level pledges into impactful local projects. Africa is not just responding to climate change, Africa is shaping the global climate economy. #REAN #ACS2 #Africa #RE #CleanEnergy #ClimateChange Damilola Asaleye Safiya Aliyu Bassey Obeten Oisereime Lloyd - Dietake