The drought devastating communities across the #HornofAfrica is directly attributable to #ClimateChange .
πIt's time for a global commitment to address loss and damage for communities π on the front lines of the climate crisis.
#AfricaClimateWeek
The #AfricaClimateSummit23 and #AfricaClimateWeek wrapped up last week, with youth advocacy taking center stageπ
Watch our Director Philip Osano talk to @CitizenTv @YvonneOkwaraMatole
and Linus Kaikai about why it is important for African Countries to involve the high emitters in the fight against climate change.
#AfricaClimateWeek
World leaders and stakeholders came together this week in Kenyaβs capital city Nairobi for the #AfricaClimateSummit23 and #AfricaClimateWeek to accelerate climate action and foster global solidarity in fast-tracking climate solutions across the continentπ
Today, while the African Heads of States were convening at the #AfricaClimateSummit in Nairobi, SR Africa activists carried out actions inside the summit space demanding the end of oil & gas and the cancellation of all Global South's remaining external debt.
#AfricaClimateWeek
The #ClimateCrisis is pushing millions into hunger all over the world.
In the Horn of Africa, the worst drought in recorded history continues to wreak havoc across the region.
We need urgent #ClimateAction today. #AfricaClimateWeek
The greatest threat to our planet is the belief that someone else will save it - Robert Swan
Youth Keenly following as Kenya Forest Service Officer demonstrates how to properly plant a tree, thanks UNDP Kenya for meaningful engagement #AfricaClimateSummit23
#AfricaClimateWeek
The first of four Regional Climate Weeks ahead of #COP28 is a wrap!
An action-packed week in Nairobi π°πͺ, #AfricaClimateWeek demonstrated Africa's determination to be a #climateaction leader.πͺπΎπ
Coming up next: Middle East & North Africa Climate Week: 8-12 Oct, Riyadh πΈπ¦
Sheβs from Tanzania and she has a message for African leaders.
Pause and listen to what Laurel Kivuyo has to say as #AfricaClimateWeek comes to an end.
βYour children are watching you today. We call upon you leaders to enable us and stand with us in this crucial mission.β
- #Youth representative Saad Uakkas, MD, MPH at #AfricaClimateWeek
Africa has 60% of the world's prime solar sites, yet only harnesses 1% of this incredible power.
Increased investment is needed to ensure energy access for all Africans by 2030.
Africa's green energy potential is in focus in Nairobi this #AfricaClimateWeek
πΉ: UN Climate Change
I'm attending #AfricaClimateWeek at the #AfricaClimateSummit23
In #Nairobi , #Kenya .
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π #AfricaClimateWeek starts tomorrow - showcasing the continent's innovations and ambitions.
The time to invest in #resilient societies is now!
More information: bit.ly/3qYzkpT
I met with so many great people at the #AfricaClimateWeek #ACS23 I met with Tubeec Dahir (Irshad) passionate public policy expert and a great environmentalist, I also met with hamza Abdiwahab πΈπ΄π°πͺπΆπ¦π²πΎ youth rep and a very young and ambitious diplomat, I had enlightening conversations with them.
The #ClimateCrisis is testing the resilience of nations worldwide. This is especially true in the #Sahel , which is facing economic, environmental, political & humanitarian crises.
See how we are supporting Mali, Burkina Faso & Niger: go.undp.org/iiCW
#AfricaClimateWeek
π The #Africa ClimateWeek demonstrates βοΈ efforts for a climate-resilient #Africa .π±
π© #ClimateActionNow not only safeguards our #planet but also fuels #job creation!
πΏ International Labour Organization promotes #GreenJobs in #Africa .
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#ACW2023 #COP28
The #AfricaClimateSummit23 and #AfricaClimateWeek aim to accelerate #ClimateAction and foster global solidarity in addressing challenges across the continent.
See the latest updates: bit.ly/3ekRgBG