The long-awaited COP28 Climate Summit is here, planned to extend from 30th November to 12 December. African Climate champions are among global environmental enthusiasts looking to make an impact for better sustainability of the world’s climate.
Among them are African Civil societies aiming to air the voices of fellow Africans get answers and solutions for the continent’s atmosphere, nature, wildlife, and environmental issues. Energy matters, especially the utilization of renewable resources, are also a primary agenda of the groups at COP28.
Top of the demand list is the finalization and actualization of the Loss and Damage Fund. The call-out emphasizes better financial planning supporting critical climate and environment recovery.
The demand includes the delayed $100 billion pledge. This comes as Africa faces one of its worst years regarding climatic change. For instance Cyclone Freddy terrorized Eastern and Southern Africa, and the ongoing flash floods in countries like Somalia and Kenya.
African Civil societies like Power Shit Africa advocate for justice and inclusivity for Africans. It’s only right for the continent to get what it deserves, with Western nations currently exploring options like carbon offsets in Africa.
According to Mohamed Adow, Executive Director of Power Shift Africa, “We need to see our leaders working to ensure rich countries deliver on their promise of climate finance to help Africans adapt to climate change and compensate the most vulnerable who have suffered losses and damages.”
Generally, the demands are aligned with pre-2020 commitments. They include technology transfer and climate finance, all within the Global Stocktake (GST) framework.
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