The Climate for Development in Africa (ClimDev-Africa) Programme is an initiative of the African Union Commission (AUC), the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) and the African Development Bank (AfDB). It is mandated at the highest level by African leaders (AU Summit of Heads of State and Government). The Programme was established to create a solid foundation for Africa’s response to climate change. Beyond the AUC-UNECA-AfDB partnership, the Programme works closely with other African and non-African institutions and partners specialised in climate and development. More information on the programme is available in the Framework Document.

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The Seventh Africa Climate Talks (7th ACT!) First Day Opening session Photo

The Seventh Africa Climate Talks (7th ACT!) First Day Opening session Photo

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Africa Climate Talks call for stronger negotiating capacity and implementation-focused COP32 in Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 1 May 2026 - The 7th Africa Climate Talks (7th ACT!) concluded in Addis Ababa with a strong call for Africa to strengthen its negotiating capacity, build wider coalitions, and position COP32 as a decisive moment for climate implementation, accountability and resilience.

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Belém COP30 delivers climate finance boost and a pledge to plan fossil fuel transition

22 November, 2025 Belém, Brazil - In a pivotal outcome at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, countries agreed on a sweeping package to scale up climate finance and accelerate implementation of the Paris Agreement – but without a clear commitment to move away from fossil fuels.
 
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Africa Day at COP30: Key Messages

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Africa Day at COP30: Delivering sustainable financing for Africa’s green transformation

Belem, Brazil, 11 November 2025 - Africa marked Africa Day at COP30 under the theme “Africa at the Forefront of Climate Action: Sustainable Financing for Resilient and Inclusive Green Growth”, reaffirming the continent’s united call for a new era of climate finance that delivers for people, planet, and prosperity.
 
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Opening remarks by Mr. Claver Gatete at the ACS-2 side event - Towards an African Position on Critical Green Minerals Diplomacy

I wish to begin by expressing deep appreciation to our host, the Government of Ethiopia, and to acknowledge the leadership of the African Union, Afreximbank, the African Climate Foundation and all partners who have made today’s dialogue possible.
 
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13th Conference on Climate Change and Development in Africa concludes with a call for a unified African climate agenda

Addis Ababa, 7 September 2025 (ECA) – The 13th Conference on Climate Change and Development in Africa (CCDA-XIII) concluded Sunday, in Addis Ababa, with a call for urgent action and scaled-up investment to advance Africa’s climate agenda.

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Closing statement by Mr. Claver Gatete at the 13th Conference on Climate Change and Development in Africa

07 September 2025 : As we draw the curtain on the 13th Conference on Climate Change and Development in Africa (CCDA-XIII), I extend my heartfelt appreciation to the Government of Ethiopia and all who have contributed their time, expertise and commitment to these three days of intense deliberation.
 
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