A leading advocate for climate change, Climate Action Africa, CAA has said that addressing climate change requires collaboration across the African continent.
Co-Founder and Executive Director at CAA, Grace Mbah made this known during a media briefing in Lagos where she also spoke about the upcoming Climate Action Africa Forum, CAAF24.
She said that with Nigeria facing significant vulnerability to rising temperatures, erratic weather patterns, and environmental degradation, there is need for a united front across all stakeholder groups.
She said: “Developing countries like Nigeria, and many others across Africa, face unique sets of challenges when it comes to climate change,”. “Nigeria’s unique position and vast resources necessitate a comprehensive strategy that leverages the expertise and commitment of every sector,”.
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Speaking further, she said “From government and industry leaders to scientists, community organizations, and individual citizens, we all have a role to play in building a more resilient and sustainable future.”
Speaking on the June event Mbah explained: “These are the challenges that the Climate Action Africa Forum 2024, CAAF24, is set to address. CAAF24, scheduled for June 19-20 in Lagos, serves as a testament to CAA’s commitment to fostering collaboration.
She noted that the forum will bring together key stakeholders from across Africa to discuss innovative solutions and develop concrete action plans for tackling climate change.
Story was adapted from Vanguard.
