Vice-President, Kashim Shettima will deliver a keynote address, underscoring Nigeria’s commitment to leading climate action and sustainable development in Africa at the Second Africa Climate Forum (ACF) 2024.
According to the organisers of the forum, the Global Centre for Law, Business and Economy (GCLBE), the Vice-Presideht would be represented by the Special Adviser on NEC and Climate Change, Miss Rukaiya El-Rufai.
The 2nd edition of the forum, scheduled for October 14-15, 2024 in Abuja, coming after the overwhelming success of the inaugural forum last year, promises to be a landmark event, bringing together key stakeholders from across the continent and beyond to discuss and address critical issues related to Africa’s climate future.
Themed, “Africa’s Climate Future: Pathways from Dependence to Leadership,” ACF 2024 will serve as a platform for high-level dialogue, knowledge exchange, and collaborative action towards sustainable development and climate resilience in Africa.
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The forum will focus on a range of pressing topics, including energy access and growth, climate finance, technological development, green manufacturing, sustainable agriculture, responsible mining practices, and gender inclusion in climate solutions.
Director General of GCLBE, Prof. George Nwangwu said, “The Africa Climate Forum 2024 comes at a crucial time when the continent must seize the opportunity to lead in sustainable development.
“We are excited to gather diverse stakeholders to address our shared climate challenges and drive actionable solutions that will benefit not just Africa, but the world.”
The Coordinator of ACF, Dr. Benjamin Mukoro added, “ACF 2024 will build on the successes of the first forum, creating a space for innovative ideas, robust discussions and impactful partnerships.
“With the participation of key figures, we are confident that this event will catalyze significant progress in our collective climate goals.”
Key highlights of ACF 2024 include keynote addresses by renowned leaders and experts in climate policy, sustainable development, and environmental conservation.
The event will feature thematic sessions covering topics such as renewable energy, climate finance, sustainable agriculture, and responsible mining.
Participants can also engage in interactive workshops aimed at fostering innovation and collaboration, alongside exhibitions showcasing advanced technologies and initiatives driving sustainable change across the continent.
The event offers ample opportunities for networking and partnership-building among government representatives, industry leaders, NGOs, and other key stakeholders.
Objectives of ACF 2024 include, facilitating knowledge exchange, highlighting successes and shaping policy.
The Global Centre for Law, Business and Economy (GCLBE) is dedicated to promoting sustainable development and climate action through research, advocacy, and collaborative initiatives.
GCLBE works with a wide range of partners to advance policies and practices that foster economic growth while protecting the environment.
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