Africa Adaptation Initiative

Loss and Damage: Turning Words Into Action ⛈️ "Loss and damage funding must prioritize the communities that suffer most, yet COP29's $700 million pledge is far from sufficient." 🌍 The African continent stands at the frontline of climate crisis, bearing a disproportionate burden of environmental devastation despite contributing least to global greenhouse gas emissions. COP29 in Azerbaijan marked a critical moment for climate justice, but the outcomes reveal the stark disparity between rhetoric and meaningful action. 🌍 Africa's climate vulnerability is profound. From the drought-stricken Horn of Africa to the flood-ravaged regions of West Africa, communities are experiencing unprecedented environmental challenges. The $700 million pledge represents a mere drop in the ocean compared to the estimated hundreds of billions needed to address the continent's climate-induced losses. 🌍 The Santiago Network's potential headquarters in Nairobi symbolizes more than a geographical choice—it's a strategic move towards centering African voices in global climate adaptation and resilience strategies. This initiative represents a crucial step in ensuring that loss and damage discussions are not just global conversations, but locally meaningful interventions. 🌍 African nations have consistently advocated for a more equitable approach to climate financing. COP29's outcomes, while showing incremental progress, still fall short of the transformative change required. The continent demands not just financial support, but a fundamental restructuring of how climate crisis responses are conceptualized and implemented. 🌍 Africa called for Nairobi to host the Santiago Network headquarters, ensuring equitable access to support. It's time the global community steps up to deliver meaningful results. 📢 Join the conversation—what's your take on the pace of global response to loss and damage? 📊 How can loss and damage financing be more effective? 1️⃣ Direct grants to affected communities 2️⃣ Faster fund disbursement mechanisms 3️⃣ Dedicated regional offices 4️⃣ Stronger accountability frameworks 5️⃣ In your own words #LossAndDamage #AfricaFirst #ClimateJustice GIZ African Union Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH African Union AGNES Africa UNEP-WCMC UNFCCC UN PACJACI YAF Africa Idriss Adoum Idriss Abeng Lucky Eugene Nforngwa Fund for responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD)

🌍 DAY 3 OF THE PAN-AFRICAN FORUM ON MOBILIZING AND STRUCTURING CLIMATE ADAPTATION FINANCE IS UPON US 🌍 🔎 FOCUS OF THE DAY WILL EXPLORE THE TOOLS FOR STRATEGIC PLANNING AND REGIONAL COLLABORATION 🚩 INTRODUCTION TO THE CLIMATE ANALYSIS TOOL Practical session on using the Climate Analysis Tool, covering its features, data inputs, and how NDAs can apply it to strengthen climate rationales in project proposals. 🚩 COUNTRY STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP A facilitated workshop focused on developing country-specific strategies that align with GCF priorities. Activities include setting adaptation and mitigation goals, stakeholder mapping, and identifying priority projects to enhance national climate plans. 🚩 PAN-AFRICAN STRATEGY SESSION 1️⃣ Presentation and Strategic Dialogue: Exploration of integrating individual country strategies into a cohesive Pan-African approach to climate finance, unifying efforts across Africa for amplified impact. 2️⃣ Group Discussion: Brainstorming session to identify shared priorities, regional collaboration opportunities, and strategies for strengthening African NDAs’ influence within the GCF framework. PACJACI Sustainable Solutions for Africa (SSA) YAF Africa African Union USAID Adeyemi Sandra Freitas Idriss Adoum Idriss Afanyu Yembe UNEP-WCMC UNFCCC UN African Development Bank Group

As the second day of the Panafrican Forum on mobilizing and structuring Climate Adaptation Finance unfolds in Zogbepime Togo, we come back through this video, on another insightful intervention of @oumi_kay Kulthoum Omari Motsumi who, after giving an exhaustive update on the progress of AAI's activities and alignment with GCF objectives, expanded during the Q & A session on 🚩The importance of African countries in Identifying national priorities, 🚩The topic of the Expert Group 🚩The 4th Industrial Revolution initiative with an example given by Mrs Sandra Freitas of SSA 🚩 The link with AU Knowledge is key Worth the watch !! Follow and Share !! #ClimateAction #climatefinance #Africa #ClimateJustice Sustainable Solutions for Africa (SSA) Adeyemi Sandra Freitas PACJACI YAF Africa Eugene Nforngwa Idriss Adoum Idriss Fatoumata Diallo Afanyu Yembe African Union USAID

PANAFRICAN FORUM ON MOBILIZING & STRUCTURING CLIMATE ADAPTATION FINANCE - DAY 2 ⏲️ 10 - 12 December 2024 📍 Zogbepime Togo. After an engaging first day, the second will focus on Strengthening Accreditation Processes and Strategic Approaches. On the programme for the day 🚩 Revised Accreditation Process Presentation: Detailed overview of the updated accreditation process, covering key steps, requirements, and the NDA role in supporting direct access entities. 🚩 Strategic Approach: Practical guidance for streamlining the accreditation process, aligning with GCF investment criteria, and building strategic partnerships for co-financing and collaboration. 🚩 Case Studies and Q&A: Real-world examples and success stories, followed by a Q&A session to address challenges and identify actionable solutions. 🚩 Project-Specific Accreditation Approach (PSAA) Overview Presentation: Introduction to the PSAA, its purpose, eligibility, and how it differs from the standard accreditation process. 🚩 Strategic Approach: Guidance on leveraging the PSAA for high-priority projects, covering proposal preparation best practices and risk management strategies. 🚩 Interactive Discussion: Open exchange to share experiences and identify ways to integrate PSAA into NDA project pipelines effectively. #ClimateAction #ClimateChange #Adaptation PACJACI YAF Africa Sustainable Solutions for Africa (SSA) Adeyemi Sandra Freitas African Development Bank Group USAID African Union Idriss Adoum Idriss Fatoumata Diallo

🌍 Highlight from The Pan-African Forum on Mobilizing and Structuring Climate Adaptation Finance taking place in Zogbepime Togo. ☘️ 🚩 10th - 12th of December 2024. Kulthoum Omari Motsumi AAI special Advisor, brings some light with regards to some of the challenges that we have as African countries within the GCF AAI Amplifying The African Voice in the relentless effort to enhance Climate #Adaptation on the contient. #ClimateAction #climatefinance #Africa

Pan-African Forum on Mobilizing and Structuring Climate Adaptation Finance is in full steam. Starting today the 10th until 12th of December 2024 in Zogbepime, Togo The fourth GCF NDA Forum provides African NDAs with practical insights and strategic guidance to enhance their capacity to mobilize climate finance and strengthen institutional resilience. Key topics include accreditation, readiness, strategic planning, and fostering PanAfrican collaboration. 🌍 Day 1: Setting the Stage and Strengthening Institutional Capacity for Climate Finance  🌱 On the programme - The participation of Togo's Minister of Environment and Forestry Resources offering opening the statement, along with representatives of the CASA program, SSA, and AAI, highlighting the forum's objectives and the importance of strengthening the capacities of DNAs (Designated National Authorities), emphasizing the forum’s objectives and the importance of building NDA capacity. - Followed by a review of the forum's goals, the expected outcomes, and the agenda to set a clear focus for participants. - Participants are invited to share individual expectations, and discuss country-specific challenges related to accessing GCF climate finance. - The Africa Adaptation Initiative (AAI) after providing an overview of AAI’s recent initiatives and progress, will highlight alignment with GCF objectives to support NDAs in Africa. - Representatives of the CASA Program will dive into CASA’s capacity-building support for adaptation in Africa, including success stories and collaborative experiences. - THEME TALK on Institutional Strengthening of NDAs in a Changing GCF Context. - A focused discussion on strategies for resilient institutions, emphasizing adaptive management, inter-institutional collaboration, and alignment with evolving GCF priorities. - Revised Readiness Modality: Presentation on the updated GCF readiness approach, with guidance on accessing readiness support, planning best practices, and strategies for effective proposal development. #AfricanClimateResilience #ClimateFinance #AdaptationInnovation #Zogbepime2024 Sustainable Solutions for Africa (SSA) PACJACI AfricanUnion USAID YAF Africa Idriss Adoum Idriss

During #COP29 in Azerbaijan, the spotlight was on solar energy, a key solution for ensuring sustainable and secure energy access, especially in Africa. As Dr. Augustine B Njamnshi, President of Technical and Policy Affairs at the Pan African Climate Justice Alliance PACJA and Executive Director of the African Coalition For Sustainable Energy and Access highlighted: "Energy in our context is not just for lighting. The mistake we make is having a limited view of energy. The disparity in energy needs is much more pronounced for women. Access does not depend on the availability of energy resources in the community, but on the accessibility of this energy to those who need it most." The discussions at #COP29 may be over, but the actions to make energy accessible to all continue on the ground. We must keep pushing for energy to be seen not as a luxury, but a right for every African, especially women, who face the greatest challenges in accessing it. #COP29 #SolarEnergy #EnergyAccess #EnergySecurity #Africa #ClimateJustice #SustainableEnergy

🌍 Join Us for a Special COP29 Event on Technology and Innovation! We are excited to announce the second special session of Tuesdays of Innovation dedicated to exploring the vital role of technology and innovation in shaping decisions at COP29. 🌱🔬 📅 Date: 10 December 2024 ⏰ Time: 18:00-19:30 (Paris Time) 🌐 Location: Online This dynamic panel features leading experts from around the world: Kamal Djemouai (Lead Negotiator of Climate Finance - COP29, Algeria) Lanouar Charfeddine (University of Qatar, Qatar) Fourat Beji (Co-Founder, Alder Green Solutions, Tunisia) Jakopo SALA (PV Case, Spain) Moderator: Adel BEN YOUSSEF (University of Côte d’Azur, France; ERF, AISMA, RRI) Don’t miss this opportunity to engage in discussions on how innovative technologies can drive impactful climate action and influence global policies. 🌍💡 Register here 👉 https://bit.ly/3V9k1Xf  Feel free to share and invite your network! Together, we can push the boundaries of innovation for a sustainable future. 🌿 ---------- 🌍 Rejoignez-nous pour un événement spécial COP29 sur la technologie et l'innovation ! Nous sommes ravis d'annoncer la deuxième session spéciale des Mardis de l'Innovation, dédiée à l'exploration du rôle essentiel de la technologie et de l'innovation dans la prise de décisions à la COP29. 🌱🔬 📅 Date : 10 décembre 2024 ⏰ Heure : 18h00-19h30 (Heure de Paris) 🌐 Lieu : En ligne Ce panel dynamique réunit des experts de renommée internationale : Kamal DJEMAOUI (Négociateur principal pour le financement climatique - COP29, Algérie) Lanouar CHARFFEDINE (Université du Qatar, Qatar) Fourat BEJI (Co-fondateur, Alder Green Solutions, Tunisie) Jakopo SALA (PV Case, Espagne) 🎙️ Modérateur : Adel BEN YOUSSEF (Université Côte d’Azur, France ; ERF, AISMA, RRI) Ne manquez pas cette occasion unique de participer à des discussions sur la manière dont les technologies innovantes peuvent stimuler une action climatique significative et influencer les politiques globales. 🌍💡 Inscrivez-vous ici 👉 https://bit.ly/3V9k1Xf   N'hésitez pas à partager et à inviter votre réseau ! Ensemble, repoussons les limites de l'innovation pour un avenir durable. 🌿 Blandine Laperche Dimitri Uzunidis Dave MOBHE BOKOKO, Ph.D. Adelina Zeqiri Med Wael BEN KHALED Olfa Soukri Fateh BELAÏD Hatem MHENNI Sara YASSINE Jamal Bouoiyour Hafedh Ben Abdennebi Lassassi Moundir Issam Mejri, PhD Université Côte d’Azur eur elmi graduate school of economics management EUR Economie et Management - ELMI GREDEG-CNRS, Université Côte d'Azur Alliance for Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing in Africa (AISMA) ERF Latest FEMISE Network Réseau de Recherche sur l'Innovation #COP29 #InnovationForClimate #Sustainability #TechnologyLeadership

"A just transition for Africa must address energy poverty, enable green industrialization, and support sustainable resource use." For 🌍 Africa, a just transition is not just a climate goal—it is a matter of economic and social survival. Over 600 million people across the continent still lack access to electricity, while millions more rely on unsustainable energy sources. Bridging this gap requires bold action to expand clean energy access, modernize infrastructure, and create millions of green jobs. At hashtag #COP29, the call for a fair and inclusive transition was clear. African leaders emphasized that a just transition cannot ignore the disparities between the Global North and the Global South. Developed countries must remove barriers such as the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), which risks penalizing African exports, and must instead support Africa’s efforts to industrialize sustainably. Here’s why this is critical: 1️⃣ Energy Poverty 💡 Sub-Saharan Africa accounts for more than 75% of the global population without electricity access. A just transition means prioritizing affordable, reliable, and clean energy for all—without forcing Africa to choose between climate action and economic development. 2️⃣ Green Industrialization ☘️ Africa is rich in natural resources, but value addition and industrial processes remain underdeveloped. A just transition must focus on building industries that create jobs, reduce poverty, and drive economic growth—all while reducing emissions and environmental impact. 3️⃣ Trade Inequities ❗ Measures like CBAM and other unilateral trade policies are shaping global markets in ways that disadvantage African economies. To ensure a just transition, these mechanisms must reflect Africa’s circumstances and include provisions for technology transfer, capacity building, and equitable terms of trade. 4️⃣ Finance for Transition 💰 The financial burden of transitioning to clean energy and sustainable industries is immense. Africa needs substantial support in the form of grants, concessional loans, and investment partnerships to fund projects that ensure both growth and sustainability. A just transition for Africa is possible, but it requires global solidarity. Fair financing mechanisms, policy support, and technology access are non-negotiable to achieve this vision. What in your opinion is the biggest hurdle to Africa’s just transition? 1️⃣ Lack of finance 2️⃣ Policy barriers 3️⃣ Energy infrastructure gaps 4️⃣ Trade restrictions hashtag #JustTransition hashtag #AfricaRising hashtag #SustainableFuture hashtag #Adaptation hashtag #ClimateFinance GIZ African Union Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH African Development Bank Group African Development Bank Group GIZ African Union PACJACI YAF Africa Idriss Adoum Idriss UNEP-WCMC The African Climate Foundation African Risk Capacity (ARC) Group AGNES Africa Soha Benchekroun European Commission Zita Wilks

The $1.3 Trillion Call 🌍 "Africa’s voice echoed loud and clear at #COP29 in Baku, demanding an ambitious $1.3 trillion annually for climate finance. This is not just a number—it represents Africa’s fight for a just transition, resilience, and prosperity." 🌍 Africa is at the forefront of the climate crisis. Our farmers face unpredictable seasons, communities endure devastating floods and droughts, and economies suffer under the weight of mounting losses. COP29's $1.3 trillion demand was built on a foundation of evidence—reflecting the urgent need for grant-based financing to support adaptation, loss and damage, mitigation, and capacity building across the continent. Yet, the $300 billion annual commitment made at COP29 falls woefully short. Here's how: 1️⃣ #Adaptation Africa requires an estimated $387 billion annually to adapt to rising temperatures, failing crops, and erratic rainfall. The $300 billion global pledge lacks the dedicated allocation to address these adaptation challenges, leaving farmers, cities, and vulnerable communities without the tools to build resilience. 2️⃣ Loss and Damage With only $700 million pledged, the Loss and Damage Fund continues to symbolize delayed action. The lack of prioritization for African communities, combined with slow fund disbursement, underscores a fundamental gap in the global commitment to addressing the direct impacts of climate disasters. 3️⃣ #Mitigation Africa contributes less than 4% of global emissions, yet bears the brunt of climate change. The continent's transition to renewable energy and sustainable industries remains underfunded. Without adequate mitigation financing, Africa faces mounting challenges in reducing reliance on fossil fuels while ensuring access to affordable energy. 4️⃣ Capacity Building From technical training to technology transfer, capacity-building efforts are the backbone of climate resilience. However, without sufficient funding, African institutions and communities are left without the means to implement critical climate strategies. 💡 What does this mean for Africa? The $300 billion pledge, spread across all developing countries, is a drop in the ocean compared to the continent's growing needs. Africa demands action, not token gestures. Every dollar underfunded today amplifies future costs—for economies, ecosystems, and human lives. 📊 What is the most critical use for Africa’s climate finance? 1️⃣ Adaptation 2️⃣ Loss and Damage 3️⃣ Mitigation 4️⃣ Capacity Building 5️⃣ All of the Above #AfricaAdaptation #COP29Outcomes #ClimateFinance