Open Letter Calls for COP Reform The 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29), held in Baku, Azerbaijan, has rekindled discussions about the structural inadequacies of the COP process. While the global policy framework to combat climate change is robust, the persistent rise in global emissions, degradation of carbon sinks, and [...]
During the recent Parties Submission Meeting at COP29, Ambassador Ali Mohamed, who chairs the Africa Group of Negotiators, delivered a powerful message about Africa’s role in tackling climate change. He emphasized how the continent is stepping up to lead in this crucial area, but there’s a pressing need for fair [...]
In the heart of Africa’s developmental journey, an invisible crisis is tightening its grip. The relentless march of climate extremes—scorching droughts, devastating floods, and erratic weather patterns—is eroding progress in ways that numbers can barely capture. On average, African countries are losing 2–5% of their GDP annually to climate-related damages. [...]