Gabon is hosting African Climate Week, starting this Monday, August 29, in Libreville, until September 1. Co-organized by the United Nations and the African Union, the Libreville meeting will bring together leaders and representatives of civil society. According to UN-Climate, this summit is a ” milestone ahead of COP 27, the climate change conference scheduled for November in Egypt.
Drought in the Horn of Africa, high temperatures in North Africa, floods in Niger, Sudan and Chad… The continent is more than ever confronted with extreme climatic episodes.
For four days, government representatives, private sector leaders, development organizations, young people and civil society will meet in Libreville, a meeting place to discuss regional climate action solutions and forge regional partnerships.
This will include defining the position of African countries for COP 27 scheduled in a few months.
The choice of Gabon to host this African Climate Week is no coincidence. Located in the heart of the Central African rainforest, the country is often cited for its fight to preserve its biodiversity. ” It is recognition of the decisive role played by our country in the fight against climate change. “, tweeted Gabonese President Ali Bongo Ondimba.
Read also: Youth demonstration in Libreville ahead of African Climate Week in Gabon