The Africa Urban Forum in Nairobi, Kenya emphasized the importance of South-South Cooperation in Sustainable Urban Development in the Era of Climate Crisis, with a focus on housing as a unifying platform for enhancing productivity, climate resilience, social cohesion, and long-term prosperity in alignment with Agenda 2063. Mr. Philip Kilonzo of PACJA highlighted the significance of South-South cooperation in sustainable development. Civil Society Organizations in the Global South are leading community-driven climate adaptation efforts, upgrading informal settlements, implementing water recycling measures, and promoting nature-based solutions to bridge the gap between communities and governments.
Author: Pacja
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Unpacking the Belem-Addis Vision for Africa’s Climate Adaptation – PACJA – Panafrican Climate Justice Alliance
Progress was made at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, with countries agreeing on global indicators for climate adaptation under the Global Goal on Adaptation and launching the Belem-Addis Vision. Experts emphasized the need for clearer frameworks, increased finance, and stronger accountability mechanisms to ensure funds reach vulnerable communities, highlighting the importance of healthy ecosystems, community-led adaptation, and addressing food security. Calls were made for increased financing in the agriculture sector, with a focus on grant-based finance, locally driven solutions, and investment in technology and agroecological practices. Water was highlighted as crucial for adaptation, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa where millions lack basic services, and closing this gap is seen as essential for effective climate adaptation and broader development as COP32 in Addis Ababa approaches.
https://pacja.org/unpacking-the-belem-addis-vision-for-africas-climate-adaptation/
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Energy Transition and Critical Minerals in Morocco – PACJA – Panafrican Climate Justice Alliance
The United Nations Task Force on Critical Energy Transition Minerals is addressing the projected increase in demand for these minerals by 2030 and 2040. The workshop in Morocco focused on fair policies for mineral extraction and renewable energy to mitigate negative impacts. The African Energy Chamber predicts a rise in renewables in Africa's power generation mix, with North Africa potentially exporting electricity and green hydrogen to Europe. Participants discussed guidelines for strengthening governance, financing, and regulation of value chains to promote low-carbon industrial development and emphasized the importance of Just Energy Transition and Responsible Governance. Key proposals included creating synergies between energy, mobility, and hydrogen storage through public-private partnerships and innovation to promote sustainable development.
https://pacja.org/energy-transition-and-critical-minerals-in-morocco/
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Climate and Economic Justice Campaign Implementation Framework 2025-2026 – PACJA – Panafrican Climate Justice Alliance
The Climate and Economic Justice Campaign in Africa is working to address global inequality, climate injustices, and economic exploitation by demanding climate reparations, debt justice, and economic transformation. With a focus on Global Equity, Climate and the Environment, and Economic Justice, the campaign calls for systemic changes in international financial systems, climate finance, debt cancellation, and fairer trade systems to support African development and sovereignty. Rooted in African communities' experiences and policy struggles, the campaign is poised to take advantage of key global opportunities in 2025 that align with its goals.
https://pacja.org/climate-and-economic-justice-campaign-implementation-framework-2025-2026/
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COP30 Newsletter – PACJA – Panafrican Climate Justice Alliance
The Pre-COP30 event brought together Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) from Africa and the Global South to advocate for adaptation finance as a matter of survival, focusing on achieving the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA) with locally-rooted indicators. Discussions highlighted the urgent need for financial support, technology transfer, and international cooperation to address the impacts of climate change in these regions. Other key issues raised included ensuring housing and fair compensation for communities affected by green projects, funding for young Black people in climate economies, and recognition of food sovereignty and security in climate policy.