Climate Action Network Africa - CAN Africa

Last week, 350 Africa launched their campaign with a vision to revolutionise energy production, expand access to electricity, and redefine Africa’s energy future. The campaign aims to light up 100 villages across the continent, fueling aspirations and paving the way for resilient, sustainable communities to thrive

At CAN Africa, we support their campaign and vision, standing in solidarity as we work towards achieving 100% renewable energy across Africa.

Learn more about the campaign and how it is set to impact communities across Africa here: https://350africa.org/repower-afrika/

🌍 Yesterday, CAN Africa, represented by Dr. Wafa Misrar participated in a crucial panel discussion on plans for and at the ACN Africa Coal Network meeting in Tanzania.

We reflected on the intense efforts of 2023, which saw significant progress in operationalizing the Loss and Damage Fund and advancing the global fight to end fossil fuels. The meeting underscored the urgency of climate justice and systemic change, highlighting the achievements and setting clear objectives for CAN for 2024.

COP29 Goals:

• Secure a fair and equitable NCQG centered on public finance.
• Ensure polluters pay through equitable taxation and redistribution.

Transition Goals:

Advance a fully funded, rapid, feminist, and fair phase-out of fossil fuels.
Promote a just and equitable renewable energy transition.

Just Transition Goals:

• Center the rights and voices of workers and communities.
• Recognize just transition finance as crucial in climate finance.

Today marks the first day of the ACN Africa Coal Network meeting, taking place from July 16-18, 2024, in Tanzania. We are thrilled to share that our Campaign and Policy Officer, Dr. Wafa Misrar is in attendance, representing our commitment to a just transition away from fossil fuels.

The objectives of the ACN meeting are pivotal:
• Reviewing and reflecting on the region's progress over the past two years.
• Consolidating and expanding the ACN roadmap.
• Strengthening and deepening regional collaborations.

In the first panel, Dr. Wafa explored Morocco's Just Transition journey, highlighting the ambitious "100% Renewables for Africa Now" campaign. She emphasized the primary challenges of time and finance, underscoring the critical need for greater engagement in discussions around the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG).

Yesterday, our Campaign and Policy Officer, Dr. WAFA MISRAR, attended a bilateral meeting with His Excellency Ambassador Adonia Ayebare, the chair of the G77+China at .

During this meeting, His Excellency emphasized that the core of the climate crisis lies in finance. He highlighted that this year’s primary focus is on the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG), with public finance being central. We are not asking for charity or generosity, but for responsibility.

On the topic of a just transition, the has been advocating for a clear work plan from the outset and now has a structured program outlining what is needed. The unity and solidarity shown by the G77+China is exactly what we need within our African CSOs to advance our work, demonstrate support, and help each other.

Urgent Call to Action for the G7: Prioritize Clean Cooking in Africa

Clean cooking in Africa presents a pressing issue that demands immediate attention from the G7. We appeal to prioritize clean cooking solutions for the continent, where African women and children face significant health risks due to the widespread use of fossil fuels for cooking.

It is imperative that the transition to clean energy sources is accelerated urgently to address these challenges and support Africa’s sustainable energy future.

By investing in clean cooking technologies, the G7 can help reduce health hazards, improve living conditions, and contribute to Africa’s clean energy future.

🌍 The G7 Leaders Summit is coming up! What does this mean for Africa?

Join us for an engaging discussion on African expectations of the G7 Leaders Summit 2024. Discover how this summit could shape Africa’s renewable energy future and what actions are needed from G7 leaders to support sustainable development across the continent.

📅 Date: 12 June 2024
⏲️ Time: 6pm CAT / 7pm EAT/4pm UTC
🔗 Join our X space: https://x.com/i/spaces/1vAxRvAVwyPxl

Join us in the fight for 100% renewables for Africa by signing the petition: https://form.jotform.com/241224432872553

It's Time to Act NOW! 🌍

Climate Action Network (CAN) Africa urges the G7 to recognize the critical importance of transitioning to renewable energy for the African continent. Despite Africa's vast potential, less than 1% of its renewable energy capacity is currently installed. Millions of Africans still lack access to modern, clean, and affordable energy services.

We call upon the G7 to:

•Increase investment in renewable projects
•Facilitate technology transfer
•Ensure equitable financing
•Promote inclusive policies

Let's power Africa's future sustainably!

The lEA has released a new report tracking countries' ambitions and identifying policies to bridge the renewable capacity gap.

In response, CAN Africa said: "Nearly 200 countries made significant energy pledges at COP28 in Dubai to keep the Paris Agreement goal of limiting global warming to 1.5°C
within reach. As attention shifts to implementation, it is crucial for nations to update their Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) with the goal of tripling renewable energy capacity. According to the report, current ambitions aim for nearly 8,000 GW of renewable power globally by 2030, focusing on solar PV and wind, though hydropower, bioenergy, and other renewables are often overlooked. While announced plans exceed current NDC commitments, they still fall short of the global tripling target. The second chapter, which outlines key policy priorities to bridge the implementation gap, was particularly insightful." - Wafa Misrar, Policy & Campaigns Coordinator

Read more here: https://climatenetwork.org/2024/06/04/iea-cop28-tripling-renewable-report-climate-action-network-
reaction/

At the Annual Meetings, the African Development Bank committed to boosting Africa’s renewable energy. However, concerns linger over its continued fossil fuel investments. It’s crucial for the AfDB to focus on sustainable, inclusive growth and prioritize clean energy access for all.

Let’s push for a fossil fuel-free future!

Read more: https://bigshiftglobal.org/statement-big-shift-global-close-african-development-bank-annual-meetings-2024

Sharing insights from a new policy paper by Christian Aid published during the AfDB Annual Meeting in Nairobi. The research underscores how the African Development Bank (AfDB) could do more to enhance sustainable renewable energy access for the 600 million Africans currently lacking it.

Key findings from the analysis of AfDB investments (2015-2023) include:

-77.37% of AfDB’s power generation projects were in renewables, such as grid enhancement, solar PV, solar mini grids, geothermal, hydroelectricity, and clean cooking.

-15.13% of projects focused on incentives and technical assistance for renewable energy.
-Despite substantial investment in renewables, 7.5% of total investments went to non-renewables, including five gas projects and one coal project, due to their economic and community impacts.

Read the paper here:https://www.christianaid.org.uk/sites/default/files/2024-05/policy-paper_-role-of-afdb-in-delivering-renewable-energy.pdf

This week, our Regional Coordinator, Baboucarr Nyang will attending the African Development Bank Group Annual Meetings in Nairobi, Kenya, this week, alongside other civil society members.

CAN Africa is particularly interested and focused on Climate Finance and promoting a Just Transition.

We look forward to meeting like mind people and sharing our work.

Learn more about the event here: https://lnkd.in/dbWDYN9C

We stand in Solidarity with the people of Gaza.

New statement on from The Climate
Action Network:

There is no climate justice without human rights.

CAN condemns the invasion by Israel and demands an immediate .

CAN insists on an arms embargo against Israel.
Read the full statement: https://climatenetwork.org/2024/05/16/climate-action-network-can-statement-on-gaza/

The Clean Cooking in Africa declaration shared yesterday in Paris appears to be influenced by affluent individuals, predominantly from the Global North, as it overlooks the severe poverty and disempowerment faced by women who rely on dirty fuels for cooking.

It does not take into account the development of a sustainable local economy in clean cooking technologies and instead suggests short-term subsidies to the private sector to establish a gas-powered market. Often, the emphasis on clean cooking alternatives by African politicians serves as a justification for expanding gas infrastructure, which mainly benefits gas exports rather than providing gas to those using dirty fuels.

To effectively tackle this issue, it is crucial to focus on the needs of African women, prioritizing their well-being over the profit-driven motives of the private sector.

Read declaration here: https://www.iea.org/news/the-clean-cooking-declaration-making-2024-the-pivotal-year-for-clean-cooking

The Clean Cooking Declaration: Making 2024 the Pivotal Year for Clean Cooking - News - IEA The Clean Cooking Declaration: Making 2024 the Pivotal Year for Clean Cooking - News from the International Energy Agency

The IEA Summit on Clean Cooking in Africa is happening today in Paris, France instead of Africa.

Transitioning to clean cookstoves not only saves lives and reduces indoor air pollution but also helps conserve forests and mitigate climate change. Let's embrace cleaner cooking for a healthier planet and a better future.

📜 You can amplify your voice by reading, signing, and widely sharing this Statement by African CSOs: https://www.powershiftafrica.org/press-releases/f2j8ec4z4blioc0fd6z0jm8l4jcrso

🌐 Keep sharing your views and experiences on clean cooking along with your asks for the IEA Summit on Clean Cooking in Africa, on all social media platforms using hashtag

🎥 African CSOs hosted a webinar on Clean Cooking on Monday, May 13th. You can watch the webinar recording here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DIwZve0TxOyOi6u0dcsMxFqZWC08DZTK/view?usp=sharing

Webinar Alert! 📢

Dive into the discussion on with African CSOs!

Explore challenges, solutions, and renewable energy investments for clean cooking in Africa.

📅 Date: Monday, 13th May 2024
🕒 Time: 3:30 PM CET / 4:30 PM EAT

Speakers:

•Joab Okanda - Christian Aid
•Fadhel Kaboub - Power Shift Africa
•Florence Gichoya - ACCESS Coalition
• Dr Mina Ogbanga - CEDSI Nigeria
•Sena Alouka - JVE Togo/CAN Africa
•Melania Chiponda - The Shine Campaign

Secure your spot now: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2JyIJ1DGQ4OvQLBRtngZHQ #/registration

Let’s make a difference together! 💬🌱

Breaking: We as CAN Africa, stand in solidarity with hundreds of activists at the United Nations Civil Society Conference in Nairobi, Kenya, demanding for a ceasefire now!

Our Regional Node Coordinator, Baboucarr Nyang, had a face-to-face interaction with Refat Sabbah, President of the Global Campaign for Education (GCE), in support of efforts to free Palestine and stop the genocide in Gaza.

Have you made your commitment yet at


We are committing to and .

Day 2 of the United Nations Conference in Nairobi, Kenya!

We are excited for today's discussions and collaborations with like-minded individuals, learning from each other, and standing in solidarity.

Join us in shaping !

Today we presented our Campaign at the conference.

Sign the petition today and stand with us in the fight for 100% renewables for Africa: https://form.jotform.com/241224432872553

CAN Africa attended a thought-provoking discussion on "Co-Creating the Future: Children's Experiences Toward a Greener, Fairer, and Happier World” at the .

Key takeaways:

🌱"We are not children; we are leaders of the country."
🌱"Let's unite in the fight against climate change."
🌱"Investing in children today shapes the future."
🌱"Actions, not just strategies, are what we need from governments."
🌱"Children deserve to be seen, heard, and actively involved."

Reflecting on these insights, it's evident that empowering our children is pivotal in driving sustainable change. Let's heed their voices and take decisive actions toward a brighter, more equitable future for all. Together, we can make a difference! 💚🌱

The is underway at the United Nations Headquarters in Nairobi Kenya.

The 1st UN Civil Society Conference to be held in Africa with over 2000 activists from across the globe in preparation for the .

🌍 Join us in advocating for a greener Africa by signing our Renewables4AfricaNow Petition🌱

Our petition aims to amplify the voices of African communities disproportionately affected by the lack of access to clean energy. By demanding a just and fully funded transition to renewables, CAN Africa advocates not only for sustainable energy sources but also for the protection of human rights throughout this transition.

Your signature on this petition will have a significant impact. It will be presented physically at various conferences and events, emphasizing the urgent need for action and amplifying the demands of Africans most affected by the climate crisis.

Join us in CAN Africa’s mission to create a cleaner, more sustainable future for Africa. Together, we can make a difference.

Sign the petition today and stand with us in the fight for 100% renewables for Africa: https: https://form.jotform.com/241224432872553

We are happy to announce that our Campaign and Policy Officer, Wafa Misrar will be part of the Deep Dive Session on Regional Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Targets.

📅: 14th of May
⏰: 11:00 - 12:30pm UTC

You can sign up here: https://climateactionnetwork.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqde-sqzIiHdSqv1sI0QWSzOCHGbY2PTB4

As Kenya faces severe flooding, urgent climate action is crucial.

Reports of nearly 200 fatalities and tens of thousands displaced highlight the dire consequences of climate change on vulnerable communities.

This underscores the critical need for sustainable solutions and resilience-building efforts. Let’s unite to push for stronger climate policies and initiatives to mitigate climate-related disasters.

🌎 Earth Day is a global reminder to honor and protect our planet. It's a time to celebrate the beauty of nature and commit to preserving it for future generations. Let's unite in our efforts to address environmental challenges, promote sustainability, and foster a healthier, greener world. Together, we can make a difference! 🌱💙

Happy International Women's Day to our frontline warriors.

Fossil fuels are driving the climate crisis. We must transition from coal, oil, and gas to save lives today and in the future. We must do this in a way that protects the most vulnerable in our society. And, if we’re smart, we’ll create a better, more equal world in the process.

We need to end the fossil fuel era to secure a liveable future – before it's too late The Fossil Fuel Treaty is a proposal for a global exit plan from fossil fuels that’s gaining ground around the world.

innovation: A win-win for the climate and the economy!

Discover how investing in clean energy not only reduces but also drives economic growth and prosperity.

Renewable energy innovation isn’t just good for the climate — it’s also good for the economy Recent research about energy industry restructuring options for a green transition indicates that innovation in renewable energy positively influences GDP.

Climate change will drive 200 million Africans into severe hunger, slash revenue from crops by 30% and cut average gross domestic product per capita by 7.1%, a new study shows.

Climate Change to Slash African GDP by 7.1%, Study Shows Climate change will drive 200 million Africans into severe hunger, slash revenue from crops by 30% and cut average gross domestic product per capita by 7.1%, a new study shows.