Author name: CAN Africa

CAN Africa Node Statement on the IEA Summit on the Future of Energy Security

24 April 2025 As the International Energy Agency (IEA) is co-hosting an International Summit on the Future of Energy Security in London, along with the UK government, the Climate Action Network (CAN) Africa underscores the urgency of redefining energy security through the lens of climate justice, equity, and a just transition to renewable energy across […]

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Amplifying Africa’s Voice in the Just Transition: Reflections on the FES TUCC Experience in South Africa

By Baboucarr Nyang – Acting Regional Node at CAN Africa CAN Africa’s Acting Regional Node had the privilege of participating in the Just Transition Project, held from the 8th to 10th 8 to 10 April 2025, and convened by the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung Trade Union Competence Centre (FES TUCC) in South Africa. As the Regional Node of

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World Water Day Marks a Growing Flood Crisis Across Africa

By Dr. Wafa Misrar – Campaigns and Policy Lead at CAN Africa On this World Water Day, let’s not just talk about water—let’s talk about the lives and livelihoods that depend on urgent, decisive action. Heavy rains and widespread flooding have gripped several African countries, displacing thousands, damaging infrastructure, and exacerbating existing vulnerabilities. These events underscore

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CAN Africa statement on the Crisis in Eastern DRC – Goma

English Version The Climate Action Network (CAN) Africa strongly condemns the escalating violence and humanitarian crisis in Goma, Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The continued bloodshed, displacement of communities, and grave human rights violations are a stain on the conscience of the world. The systematic exploitation of the DRC’s mineral wealth—used to fuel industries

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CAN Africa Congratulates the Newly Elected African Union Commission Leadership

February 19, 2025 Climate Action Network Africa (CAN Africa) extends its warmest congratulations to His Excellency João Lourenço, President of Angola, on assuming the Chairmanship of the African Union (AU). He succeeds H.E. Mohamed Cheikh El Ghazouani of Mauritania, who has led the Union since February 2024. We also extend our congratulations to the newly

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Letter to African Ministers on NCQG from African civil society

CAN Africa and African civil society organisations are raising their voices, urging African Ministers to advocate for a New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) on climate finance that truly meets Africa’s needs. As COP29 approaches, we’re calling on you to join us in asserting Africa’s #RightToRefuse inadequate climate finance commitments.

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What Africa climate leaders said of implications of Trump’s election on the continent’s climate crisis

As the United States went to the polls to elect a new leader, Africa’s leaders were  closely watching the outcome, recognising its potential global implications for climate action. African nations, among the most vulnerable to climate impacts, are particularly reliant on support from the developed nations, international climate agreements and funding to solve and adapt

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Joint statement: African Caravans for Climate Justice Joint Declaration

We, movements from communities affected by the climate crisis, youth and civil society organizations and longstanding activists calling for climate justice for Africa through the African Climate Justice Caravan movement. Download statement: https://can-africa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Joint-Statement_African-Caravan-for-climate-justice_FV_EN-2.pdf

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Déclaration conjointe des caravanes africaines pour la justice climatique

Nous, mouvements de communautés affectées par la crise climatique, organisations de jeunesse et de la société civile et activistes de longue date, appelons à la justice climatique pour l’Afrique à travers le mouvement de la Caravane Africaine pour la Justice Climatique. Télécharger la déclaration: https://can-africa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Declaration-conjointe-de-la-Caravane-africaine_VF_FR.pdf

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Joint statement: African Caravans for Climate Justice Joint Declaration

We, movements from communities affected by the climate crisis, youth and civil society organizations and longstanding activists calling for climate justice for Africa through the African Climate Justice Caravan movement Download Statment: https://can-africa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Joint-Statement_African-Caravan-for-climate-justice_FV_EN-2.pdf

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