United Nations in Ghana

The Sustainable Development Goals are a global call to action to end poverty, protect the earth’s environment and climate, and ensure that people everywhere can enjoy peace and prosperity. These are the goals the UN is working on in Ghana:

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01 April 2025

UN Ghana Annual Results Report 2024

To address multifaceted development challenges, our efforts focused on areas such as transforming food systems, accelerating digital transformation, advancing educational reforms, strengthening peace and security frameworks, tackling climate change, and supporting urbanization and humanitarian preparedness.Our collective work not only aimed to address pressing issues but also to establish a solid foundation for long-term sustainable development, with a continued commitment to the principle of Leaving No One Behind.Additionally, strengthening partnerships and securing financing for the 2030 Agenda remained a focal point, as did efforts to improve UN coherence, effectiveness, and efficiency through the approach of "UN Working More and Better Together."

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09 June 2025

UNESCO Supports “Echoes of the Landfill” Exhibition at Ghana’s Museum of Science and Technology in commemoration of World Environment Day 2025

The exhibition is a collaborative effort by the Museum of Science and Technology (MST) and ArtfullyYours, Bee Arthur Creative Productions for World Environment Day 2025. The exhibition convened six Ghanaian eco-conscious artists—Obed Addo, Beatrice Bee Arthur, Essilfie Banton, Andrea Ghia, and Salim—who excavate the hidden politics within discarded plastic: narratives of colonial residues, neoliberal excess, and quiet acts of African resilience as well as spotlight the urgent issue of waste and its impact on both the environment and human well-being, using art, culture, and science as powerful tools for awareness and change.“Echoes of the Landfill” transformed the museum space into a compelling narrative on environmental degradation, consumer culture, and the hidden legacy of landfills. Through installations made from repurposed and recycled materials, alongside interactive exhibits and multimedia storytelling, visitors were invited to reflect on the journey of waste—from homes and markets to dumping grounds—and its broader implications on ecosystems, health, and heritage. One of the artists, Bee Arthur shared saying “the artists in this exhibition do not recycle—they resurrect trash. Through sculpture, installation, painting, poetry, and photography, they force plastic to confess: as a relic of extractivism, a marker of climate injustice, and paradoxically, a medium for African futurity” “This is NOT an exhibition about waste. It is an intervention in time. A demand to rewrite the lexicon of value: that a bag is not "single-use" but a generational artifact; that those who scavenge are archivists of the Anthropocene” Bee Arthur further echoes. The UNESCO Representative and Chairperson for the occasion, Mr. Edmond Moukala stated that; “Echoes of the Landfill” is a powerful exhibition at the intersection of art, science, and sustainability, compelling audiences to confront the often-overlooked consequences of waste and consumer habits. Using artworks made from discarded materials, gives voice to the silent stories of landfills—reminding us that waste does not vanish but accumulates, leaving lasting imprints on the environment, our health, and future generations. In Ghana, where landfills grow rapidly with plastics, e-waste, and pollutants, this exhibition highlights the urgent need for national reflection on environmental choices and their impacts on urban life and ecosystems. Through its evocative displays, “Echoes of the Landfill” challenges us to rethink the afterlife of our consumption and the legacy we are creating”. “Echoes of the Landfill” opens on the back of an exhibition “Nature Without Humans” by Nii Boi which UNESCO supported at this same museum in 2021 on World Environment Day - a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of the intricate relationship between humanity and the natural world inviting viewers to imagine ecosystems, landscapes, and environments untouched—or recovering—from human impact.The exhibition highlighted the critical role that environmental education, youth engagement, and indigenous knowledge systems play in fostering responsible environmental stewardship. UNESCO emphasized that the integration of culture and creativity into environmental discourse can inspire more inclusive and lasting solutions to global challenges like pollution and climate change.The event brought together students, artists, environmental scientists, policy-makers such as Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie the sector Minister, agencies such as the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board and the Creative Arts Agency as well as members of the public, creating a vibrant space for dialogue and learning. In line with the 2025 World Environment Day theme, “Beat Plastic Pollution” the exhibition encouraged visitors to consider how waste impacts land use, biodiversity, and community life, and to imagine alternatives rooted in sustainability, innovation, and collective action.UNESCO commends the Museum of Science and Technology and its partners for curating such a powerful experience that bridges science and culture to provoke critical thought and promote environmental consciousness. By supporting initiatives like “Echoes of the Landfill,” UNESCO continues to advocate for environmental responsibility that is grounded in cultural awareness, education, and participatory engagement—empowering communities to act for a healthier, more sustainable future.

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10 February 2026

Ghana to Host One Humanity International Beach Soccer Cup 2026

Ghana has been confirmed as the host of the One Humanity International Beach Soccer Cup 2026, an international beach soccer tournament aligned with the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC)–led One Humanity Campaign, which promotes unity, dialogue and shared human values through sport.Scheduled to take place from 8–10 May 2026. Ghana, Nigeria and Germany have been confirmed as participating nations, with one additional team to be announced in the coming weeks, positioning Ghana’s coastline as a vibrant platform for elite sport, cultural exchange and community engagement.Beyond the competition, the event is designed as a sport-for-impact initiative, combining high-level athletic performance with inclusive community activities. Planned engagements include fan zone experiences, community and coastal tournaments, beach clean-up initiatives, a sponsored coastal walk, and a headline outdoor concert celebrating youth, culture and unity. “The United Nations Alliance of Civilizations works globally to build bridges between cultures, counter polarization, and promote dialogue, mutual respect, and social cohesion.” said Fatou Diallo Ndiaye, UN in Ghana Resident Coordinator ai and Head of Mission of IOM. “Sport has a unique power to bring people together across borders, cultures and beliefs and can serve as a platform for advancing the Sustainable Development Goals, strengthening partnerships, and fostering unity and shared human values.” The tournament is being organized by NASCO Feeding Minds, in collaboration with national partners and Beach Soccer Worldwide (BSWW), the global governing and promotional body for beach soccer.“This event goes beyond a single moment on the pitch,” said Banasco Nuhu Seidu, Executive Director of NASCO Feeding Minds and Lead Organiser. “It is about creating opportunity, building community ownership, and leaving a lasting legacy that uses sport to inspire young people, promote social cohesion and showcase Ghana as a hub for purpose-driven international sport.” The National Sports Authority has welcomed the tournament as a strategic opportunity for Ghana’s sports development and international visibility. “Beach soccer provides a dynamic way to activate our coastline while demonstrating Ghana’s readiness to host world-class sporting events,” said Yaw Ampofo Ankrah, Director General of the National Sports Authority. “This tournament aligns well with our vision to expand sports development, tourism and youth participation across the country.”Aligned with the values of the One Humanity Campaign, the One Humanity International Beach Soccer Cup Ghana 2026 highlights the role of sport in advancing unity, inclusion and shared responsibility, while positioning Ghana as a centre for global sports events with strong social impact.

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07 February 2026

At the Frontline of Pandemic Prevention: How FAO and Ghana Are Strengthening One Health at Mole National Park

Under the vast savannah skies of northern Ghana, Mole National Park stands not only as a sanctuary for elephants, antelopes and birdlife, but also as a frontline in the global fight against zoonotic diseases.During a recent privately funded learning visit to Ghana, some Members of the United States Congress met with FAO, Ghana’s Wildlife Division team to see firsthand how investments from donors are strengthening early warning systems for animal and human health. The visit highlighted FAO-supported efforts to detect, report and respond to diseases with pandemic potential, while protecting livelihoods and biodiversity. At Mole National Park, rangers demonstrated the FAO Event Mobile Application Plus (EMA-i+), a digital tool that enables real-time reporting of wildlife disease events. What once took weeks to communicate now reaches national authorities within hours, transforming surveillance and response at the human, livestock, wildlife interface. Park staff also shared how FAO training has equipped them to recognize priority zoonotic diseases, improving early detection and reducing risks to surrounding communities.Wildlife Division liaises with the Veterinary Services Directorate officials with strengthened laboratory and field capacity, supported by FAO, to test animal diseases and coordinate responses across sectors. Together, these efforts are helping detect threats at source, curb spillover, and reinforce Ghana’s multi/cross-sectoral One Health system, linking ecosystem health, animal health and public health. Beyond surveillance, the delegation, led by Representative Young Kim of California, a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, visited Mognori Community, located just 10 kilometres from the park, where residents illustrated how conservation and livelihoods can go hand in hand. Through community-based wildlife management and ecotourism, households are generating income from activities such as shea butter processing while helping protect wildlife habitats. Walking through the village and engaging with residents offered a powerful reminder that sustainable conservation depends on empowered communities. The visit also surfaced key lessons. Mole National Park faces staffing constraints and relies heavily on manual patrols, limiting coverage across its vast landscape. Park authorities emphasized the potential of drone technologies to enhance monitoring and expressed interest in pursuing UNESCO World Heritage status to strengthen conservation financing and visibility. Looking ahead, FAO is deepening collaboration with Mole National Park management, supporting preparedness activities with community groups, and exploring innovative tools to expand surveillance reach. These next steps will build strong partnerships between FAO, the Wildlife Division and the Veterinary Services Directorate to further reduce zoonotic risks and safeguard ecosystems. By bringing policymakers directly to the field, the visit underscored how donor investments through FAO are delivering tangible results, strengthening disease surveillance, supporting resilient communities, and advancing global health security. At Mole National Park, One Health is not just a concept, it is being put into action every day. Visit UN Ghana Flickr for more photos from this visit.

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07 February 2026

From Smoke to Safety: How FAO Is Transforming Fish Processing in Ghana

During a visit to the Food Research Institute in Ghana, a three-member delegation from the United States Congress saw firsthand how collaboration with FAO is improving livelihoods and food safety across the fisheries sector. The delegation, led by Representative Young Kim of California, was in the country on a privately funded learning visit and expressed strong appreciation for the interventions of the United Nations. Fish is a staple food in Ghana, yet most processing still relies on traditional open-fire smoking. More than 30,000 women use mud ovens in open spaces, exposing themselves and their children to smoke and heat while producing fish that often fails to meet food safety standards. Fewer than 1 percent of processors have upgraded to improved ovens due to high costs, leaving over 80 percent of smoked fish with harmful smoke residues and limiting access to high-value and export markets.FAO, working with the Fisheries Commission and the Food Research Institute, is changing this through the introduction of improved smoking ovens, food safety training, model processing facilities, stronger extension services, and better market linkages, including institutional buyers like the Ghana School Feeding Programme. Across 10 communities in six regions, FAO now supports more than 4,000 processors. Women are working in cleaner, safer, child-friendly facilities, producing higher-quality fish, reducing losses, and increasing incomes. The new ovens use less fuel, reduce smoke, and support forest conservation. FAO has also trained 45 fisheries officers and established community learning platforms to sustain these gains. Despite this progress, only a fraction of processors are currently reached. Scaling up these proven solutions, alongside improved access to credit, certification, cold storage, and business skills, can accelerate women’s economic empowerment, strengthen food safety, and protect natural resources.The message from the visit was clear: these approaches work. With continued investment, Ghana’s fish processing sector can transition to modern, dignified workplaces that create decent jobs and deliver lasting gains in food security, nutrition, and livelihoods.Visit the UN Flickr page for more pictures.

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06 February 2026

United States Congress Delegation Pay Private Visit to Ghana

A three-member delegation of the United States Congress has concluded a three-day, privately funded visit to Ghana. The visit, organised by the United Nations Foundation, a Washington, D.C.–based charitable organization that supports the United Nations and its global activities, was for the delegation to gain firsthand insight into the work of the UN and its development partners in the country. The team arrived on 24 January 2026 and traveled to the Mole National Park in the Savannah region. The Park is Ghana’s largest protected ecosystem and is home to rich biodiversity. At the Park and in surrounding communities, as well as in Tamale in the Northern region, the delegation observed UN-supported initiatives in disease surveillance, health and food security, agriculture, nutrition, and livelihood empowerment. In Accra, the delegation visited programmes designed to strengthen sustainable fish processing, health and economic livelihoods initiative for vulnerable young women and engaged with refugees and returned migrants. These interactions highlighted how UN interventions are helping vulnerable populations build independence, integrate more fully into their communities, and contribute to local development. The delegation also met with the UN leadership to discuss the organization’s broader development priorities and strategic engagement in Ghana.“This visit shows the strong partnership between Ghana, the United Nations, and key development partners in advancing shared goals of inclusive development, strengthened institutions, and peace and security,” said Mr. Zia Choudhury, UN Resident Coordinator in Ghana. “We are pleased to showcase the tangible impact of UN-supported programmes and our deepening collaboration with partners.” Reflecting on the visit, the delegation noted the strong emphasis on empowering women particularly the vulnerable and supporting locally led development initiatives, highlighting the importance of community-based approaches in achieving lasting impact. They expressed appreciation to the UN for its nationwide presence in supporting sustainable livelihoods and self-reliance. The delegation, led by Representative Young Kim, included Representatives Dean Madeleine Cunnane and Lauren Ashley Underwood.Visit the UN Ghana Flickr page for more photos from the meeting with UNCT.

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15 January 2026

UN Committee on the Rights of the Child commends Ghana for Children’s Model Summit of the Future as it Concludes Review of Ghana’s Child Rights Record

The United Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child has wrapped up its review of Ghana’s sixth and seventh combined reports under the Convention on the Rights of the Child, praising key initiatives while spotlighting persistent challenges.Presenting the report, Gender, Children and Social Protection Minister Hon. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey reaffirmed Ghana’s leadership in child rights, recalling it was the first country to ratify the Convention in 1990. She highlighted a nationwide, decentralised child protection and family welfare system reaching even underserved communities.Committee Expert and Taskforce Coordinator Benyam Dawit Mezmur applauded Ghana’s hosting of the 2024 Children’s Model Summit of the Future in Accra, where 82 children engaged in policy discussions, a milestone for youth participation.Progress on birth registration was noted, with rates climbing from 58% in 2015 to 91% in 2023, thanks to the Births and Deaths Act (2020), mobile registration, and community registers.Yet concerns remain. Committee Expert and Taskforce Member, Aissatou Alassane Sidikou flagged the continued acceptance of corporal punishment despite UN recommendations. Ghana’s delegation responded by citing strengthened collaboration with the Ministry of Education and Ghana Education Service, legal prohibitions on inhumane treatment, and the forthcoming National Parenting Strategy (2025) to end violence against children and women. On birth registration, officials stressed it is free until age one, with late registration available, and community volunteers ensuring nationwide coverage in accessible formats.The Ghanaian delegation included representatives from the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection; the Ministry of Justice; the Ministry of Finance; the Parliament of Ghana; and the Permanent Mission of Ghana to the United Nations Office at Geneva.The Committee will issue its concluding observations on Ghana at the end of its one hundredth session on 30 January. Read more:https://www.ungeneva.org/en/news-media/meeting-summary/2026/01/examen-du-ghana-au-crc-les-experts-evoquent-notamment-les

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Press Release

12 February 2026

New UNU-INRA Report on Africa Redefining Critical Minerals for a Shared Future

The report reflects on the unique opportunity across the Global South to turn solidarity into strategy, stressing the need for South-South collaboration to foster a new multilateralism built on shared knowledge, joint technological development, and collective investment. The report makes the case for bringing together the collective experiences of Africa, Latin America, and Asia to co-design solutions that shift the balance of the decarbonisation agenda and scale up green value chains.As part of UNU-INRA’s Critical Minerals Information and Knowledge Hub (C-MINK), which positions Africa at the center of global mineral governance, ensuring that the continent’s vast resources drive inclusive, green, and sustainable development, this report shows that Africa’s mineral wealth is indispensable to the global energy transition and ownership must translate into control, governance, and value creation.The report shows that, Africa holds nearly a third of the world’s critical mineral reserves, including cobalt, lithium, manganese, and copper—resources indispensable for renewable energy technologies, electric vehicles, and digital infrastructure. Yet, the continent has long remained at the periphery of global value chains. With reports like this, UNU-INRA’s C-MINK initiative, aims to change this long-lived reality, by curating knowledge, fostering collaboration, and enabling Africa to define its own mineral sovereignty.By redefining “criticality”, deepening South-South solidarity, embedding justice, and strengthening governance, the report urges Africa to move from the periphery of extraction to the center of transformation. This is important because, the global revenues from copper, nickel, cobalt, and lithium could reach $16 trillion by 2050, with Sub-Saharan Africa positioned to capture over 10% of that value.Prof. Fatima Denton, (Director, UNU-INRA and Head of CMINK initiative) notes that, “mineral wealth must no longer be a paradox of abundance without prosperity, as Africa’s minerals are critical not only for the world’s decarbonisation agenda but for Africa’s own industrialization, energy security, and technological advancement.”The report advocates for African expertise to be paired with that of Latin America and Asia, building South-South partnerships that prioritise shared prosperity in the critical minerals sector. As a product of the C-MINK Initiative, the report calls for a redefined mineral order—one that prioritises justice, governance, and transformation. It argues that by embedding minerals into domestic production systems, Africa can move from being a supplier of raw materials to a driver of industrialization and innovation.In an era of fractured geopolitics and contested green transitions, Africa’s most powerful lever lies in how quickly it can test and scale new solutions within the global South. South-South collaboration offers a “southern playbook” for resource governance that could be a strategic pivot enabling green industrialization and structural transformation. The report advocates that Africa and the Global South should be at the center and not the periphery of the critical minerals dialogue and action. This south-south solidarity if done effectively will ensure that mineral wealth fuels a just, green, and inclusive future.ENDAbout C-MINKThe Critical Minerals Information and Knowledge Hub (C-MINK) is an initiative of the United Nations University Institute for Natural Resources in Africa (UNU-INRA). It serves as a platform to convene policymakers, researchers, and investors, transforming knowledge into strategic foresight for Africa’s mineral governance. About UNU INRAThe UNU-INRA was established in 1985 in accordance with a draught resolution adopted at the 21st ordinary session of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) to demonstrate to African Governments and institutions the central role of science, infrastructure, and innovation in promoting natural resources governance and development in Africa while serving as a preeminent institute delivering science for practice.

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22 December 2025

UNU-INRA and other Implementing Partners, Develop and Facilitate the Gazetting of New By-laws on Natural Resource Management in the Atewa West District.

Over the past 3 years, UNU-INRA and UNEP together with other development partners including UNDP, UNICEF, WHO, CSOs, OEF, A Rocha-Ghana, Forestry Commission-Wildlife Division (WD), Atiwa West District Assembly, Government ministries, Agencies and traditional authorities, collaborated to provide capacity building training workshops on sustainable ways of addressing key interconnected challenges, on environmental degradation in the Okyeman area. The capacity building programmes were geared towards addressing economic, environmental, political, educational, nutrition, and health insecurities through a human security approach.UNU-INRA (United Nations University-Institute of Natural Resources in Africa)’s major role, together with Forestry Commission-Wildlife Division, Okyeman Environmental Foundation and A-Rocha Ghana was to organise a series of capacity building workshops, (held in 8 communities), on legal frameworks for natural resource (water, wildlife, minerals, forest, land) management, sustainable agriculture, ecology and monitoring protocols for forests as well as identifying natural resource enterprises and value chains to improve livelihoods of the community. UNU-INRA supported by the Atewa West district assembly and community leaders then developed a CREMA by-law, which went through the necessary processes for gazetting.In 2025, this key achievement of influencing laws for the Atewa West District, is notable because, it encompasses the work of UNU-INRA, whose objective is to bridge the gap between science and policy, by promoting sustainable development through natural resource governance that is sensitive to climate change.This extensive, inclusive and collaborative work between development partners, the Okyeman foundation, local community members and leaders of the Atewa West District, has been remarkable in that, this partnership has resulted in a local governance structure backed by by-law, to complement the efforts in protecting water bodies, forests and reclaiming degraded lands.Over the years, Ghana’s government has made several attempts to address the issues around natural resource depletion. One of such current initiatives is the employment of Blue Water Guards, to protect natural resources (water bodies). Though applaudable, empowering local communities to steward their natural resources is key.There have also been institutional efforts around to coordinate multi-agency efforts in stopping illegal mining like the work of NAIMOS: The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat. Though admirable, the work of such institutions must involve local community members and leaders because, these groups are more knowledgeable about their resources and may be best in assisting the government in properly planning and implementing Natural resource management initiatives.Till date, the issue of national resource management has remained a “government fight”. This inter-developmental human security approach and collaboration with the CREMA, provides a new and more efficient way of fighting this natural resource depletion battle. Prior to Project FOREST Okyeman, some locals and community leaders were not aware of the importance of biodiversity, rules around mining and water bodies and the importance of stewarding surrounding natural resources. This project has been an eye opener to community members and leaders who were for a long time ignorant about their stewarding power and the importance of preserving their natural resources for economic empowerment. Learning, knowing and understanding the contents of these newly gazetted natural resource management by-laws and the importance of preserving these natural resources, as well as the effects of depleting the environment on future generations, has empowered the Atewa West District community members, to fight natural resource degradation such as illegal mining, pollution of water bodies and deforestation.ENDAbout UNU INRAThe UNU-INRA was established in 1985 in accordance with a draught resolution adopted at the 21st ordinary session of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) to demonstrate to African Governments and institutions the central role of science, infrastructure, and innovation in promoting natural resources governance and development in Africa while serving as a preeminent institute delivering science for practice.The United Nations University Institute for Natural Resources in Africa (UNU-INRA) is one of the 14 research and training institutes of the United Nations University (UNU). With the head office in Ghana a network of five operating units in Senegal, Cote d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Namibia and Zambia, UNU-INRA bridges the gap between science and natural resources management policies in Africa. UNU-INRA’s mandate is to contribute to the sustainable development of Africa’s natural resources in a way that maintains the quality of the natural environment and transforms lives. INRA harnesses African talent and empower African researchers, entrepreneurs and policymakers with knowledge to sustainably manage the continent’s natural resources.

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18 December 2025

IOM Ghana Marks International Migrants’ Day 2025 Highlighting Migration’s Role in Cultures and Development

Observed annually on 18 December, International Migrants’ Day provides an opportunity to recognize migration as a powerful driver of development when it is safe, orderly, and well governed. In Ghana, migration connects cultures, transfers skills, strengthens communities, and supports national growth.As part of this year’s commemoration, IOM Ghana, in collaboration with key government and development partners, is implementing a series of strategic activities that reflect how migration stories translate into development outcomes.A key highlight is the official launch of the Community Engagement and Policing (CEP) Strategy, Curriculum, and Training Manual, implemented with the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS). The CEP framework promotes trust, dialogue, and people-centred approaches between border communities and law enforcement, strengthening social cohesion, human security, and safer mobility in border areas.IOM Ghana is also convening a Migration Data Dialogue with the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) under the theme “My Great Story: Data and Development.” The dialogue showcases progress made in harmonizing migration data, integrating datasets into the GSS Stats Bank, and strengthening evidence-based migration governance through the Migration Data Technical Working Group.In the lead-up to IMD, IOM Ghana has rolled out the “18 Days, 18 Stories” social media campaign, sharing real-life stories of migrants, returnees, and diaspora members. The campaign humanizes migration by highlighting resilience, skills transfer, reintegration journeys, entrepreneurship, and cultural exchange.Additionally, IOM Ghana is participating in the National Diaspora Summit, contributing to a panel discussion on “The Role of the Diaspora in the National Development Agenda.” The discussion emphasizes how diaspora engagement through remittances, investment, innovation, and knowledge exchange continues to support Ghana’s development.Through these activities, IOM Ghana reaffirms its commitment to strengthening migration governance, amplifying migrant voices, and ensuring that migration contributes meaningfully to inclusive and sustainable development.

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19 September 2025

African Countries Urged to Seize Economic Opportunities Through New Climate Plans

African governments are being encouraged to present their new national climate plans as opportunities to supercharge economies and boost living standards across the continent, as deadlines approach for all countries in the Paris Agreement to submit these plans."Strong new national climate plans are blueprints for stronger economies, more jobs and rising living standards, across all African nations. Strong plans open the door to new industries, large-scale investment, more affordable clean energy accessible to all, and more resilient infrastructure, as climate disasters hit African nations harder each year," said UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell.“Africa is not just on the frontlines of climate impacts; it is also at the forefront of solutions. Right across the continent, we are already seeing massive potential and innovations which cut planet-heating pollution and build more climate-resilient economies. Strong new national climate plans are the key to converting that potential into real-economy outcomes at scale, including the millions of new jobs they create," Stiell added.The United Nations is calling on all countries to submit their new plans, formally called Nationally Determined Contributions, or NDCs, as soon as possible ahead of key milestones, including the UN Secretary General’s September Climate Summit and November COP30 in Brazil. September will be an important milestone, but submissions will continue in the run-up to COP30, with each plan helping to limit global heating to 1.5 degrees Celsius and protect all peoples, while also unlocking jobs, growth, and economic benefits at home.While particular responsibility rests with the largest economies, whose choices determine the global trajectory of emissions, it is essential that every nation puts forward its most ambitious plan, both to strengthen humanity's collective response and to drive each nation's own prosperity and security. Read more.

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