WELCOME
Climate adaptation for Africa, by Africa
Listen to the full Online Insight Session, A Joint initiative of GIZ between the project Connective cities and RIA (Resilient initiative Africa), on opportunities and challenges in investing in risk-informed urban development in the SADC region: African Adaptation Initiative experience
Mrs Toju Babalola, AAI climate science expert, first provided scientific context of Climate change in regards to Urban development, followed by Mr Koffi Koumassi, coordinator of the APIA Programme, expanded on the issue of Mobilising Finance for risk informed urban development, highlighting the key opportunities to unlock finance for effective climate resilient urban growth. Before the Q&Q session, Mrs Kulthoum Omari Motsumi AAI special advisor informed the participants on AAI’s mandate, vision, goal and contribution in that context of Risk informed urban development.
Follow the full session HERE
The launch of the APIA Programme turned out to be a success on multiple levels, showcasing the incredible expertise and passion driving climate adaptation efforts in Africa. The event gave the participants the opportunity to dive into crucial topics, such as the current state of Adaptation Finance in Africa, Challenges and opportunities of climate change adaptation, Unique NGO experiences in aiding local communities, The importance of integrating climate science in project formulation,The complexities countries face in mobilizing financial resources.
Click HERE for an in depth report of the forum.