Over 70 African climate negotiators from 35 countries gathered in Nairobi this week for a high-stakes summit aimed at amplifying the continent's demands in global climate policy. The two-day Special Session of the African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change (AGN) focused on three critical priorities: securing climate finance, improving adaptation strategies, and addressing loss and damage compensation for vulnerable nations.
‘This is about ensuring Africa speaks with one voice,’ said a lead spokesperson during the closed-door meetings. With 17% of the world’s population but only 4% of global emissions, African nations are pushing for compensation frameworks that acknowledge their disproportionate climate vulnerability.
The Nairobi talks come ahead of COP29, where delegates plan to challenge wealthier nations to meet unfulfilled $100 billion/year climate funding pledges. Data shows Africa needs $300 billion annually through 2030 to meet climate goals – a figure requiring urgent global cooperation.
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