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Experts To Explore Implementation Models On Climate Change Mitigation, Financing

BY CHIKA OKEKE, Abuja
Experts in the environment and climate sectors have resolved to explore implementation models on Africa's climate change adaption, mitigation and financing plans.

This followed the shortfall in the coordination and execution strategies, and how commitments could be translated into action that delivers measurable results for the continent. 

Given the implementation gaps, policymakers, business leaders, climate practitioners, development institutions and other stakeholders will converge in Abuja next week for the 2026 Africa Climate Forum (ACF). 

Organised by the Global Centre for Law, Business and Economy (GCLBE), the fourth edition of the Forum will be held under the theme: "Implementing in Lockstep: Public-Private Action for Green Outcomes."

With both in-person and virtual participation from across Africa and beyond, the forum will focus on how policy, investment, enterprise and institutions can work together more effectively to move climate priorities from commitment to delivery.

It will also draw a broad mix of high-profile executives, policymakers, climate leaders and industry experts. 

Among the dignitaries expected are the Director and UNIDO Representative in Nigeria and ECOWAS,  Ambassador Philbert Abaka Johnson; Senior Partner at Africa Law Practice NG & Company, 
Mr Olasupo Shasore, SAN;  Governing Board Member and Chairman of the Committee on Security, Special Interventions and Climate Change at the North East Development Commission, Hon. Sam Onuigbo, alongside other leaders from the government, business, development institutions, academia and the climate community.

Convener of the Africa Climate Forum and Director General of GCLBE, Prof. George Nwangwu said that the conference  
reflects the need for stronger coordination among institutions responsible for turning ambition into results.

He said: "Climate action requires more than ambition. It requires the governments, businesses and financial institutions to move together. We have an opportunity to refine our partnerships, forge new ones, and make bold commitments that can translate into meaningful action."

The plenary discussions will examine the practical issues shaping Africa's climate transition, including the role of private enterprise, future of carbon markets, energy access and natural gas, food security and adaptation.

Also, community-led climate action, human rights and the just transition, as well as the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) data and digital technologies to improve climate planning and delivery.

Beyond the plenaries, the ACF Deal Room will provide a direct meeting point for climate project developers, green businesses, investors and financial institutions. It iis also designed to connect promising climate solutions with potential partners and capital.

The programme will also feature a dedicated Pulitzer Centre side event on Journalism, Climate Action and Civic Space Engagement, examining how public-interest journalism can strengthen climate accountability, improve public understanding and amplify the experiences of communities affected by climate change.

The Abuja forum follows ACF climate conversations held in Accra earlier this year, where stakeholders examined climate partnerships, finance, just transition and public-private collaboration.

Since its first edition in 2023, the forum has brought together perspectives from policy, business, investment and development around the continent's climate response.

The 2026 edition builds on the foundation by placing implementation more firmly at the centre of the conversation.


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