COP29 – An African Point of View
“As Africa continues to bear the brunt of climate change despite contributing the least to its causes, COP29 presented both opportunities and challenges for the continent. From the prohibitive costs of participation to ongoing exclusionary practices, the conference underscored the need for a more inclusive approach. In this blog, we explore how COP29’s outcomes—such as climate finance and carbon market mechanisms—impact Africa, and whether they offer realistic solutions to the continent’s climate challenges or merely reinforce old patterns of neglect.
December 16, 2024
