
P4G Rallying Point of Collectivism to Accelerate Green Growth, Foster Innovative Partnerships: PM Abiy
Partnership for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030 (P4G) Summit has been a rallying point for our collectivism to accelerate green growth, foster innovative partnerships and deliver on the promise of the Sustainable Development Goals, Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed underscored. Prime Minister Abiy expressed gratitude for receiving the torch accrediting Ethiopia as the host of the 5th Summit of the Alliance for Green Growth and Global Goals 2030 (P4G) in 2027. The premier said in a speech delivered at the conclusion of 4th P4G Summit in Vietnam, Hanoi on Thursday, that “We embrace this opportunity with determination and unwavering commitment to build on the inspiring legacy of Vietnam, Colombia, Denmark and the Republic of Korea. Guided by p4G's core principles of partnership, innovation, inclusivity and action,” the premier affirmed. Ethiopia's 2027 summit will spotlight green industrialization, climate resilience agriculture and the empowerment of youth and women as essential agents of change in the green transition, Prime Minister Abiy noted. He extended Ethiopia’s profound gratitude to the government and people of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam for their warm hospitality and meticulous organization in hosting this important summit. This gathering has been more than a meeting of minds, Abiy said noting that the summit has been a rallying point for our collectivism to accelerate green growth, foster innovative partnerships and deliver on the promise of the Sustainable Development Goals. “Over the past few days, we have witnessed the Power of unity and diversity, governments, businesses and civic society coming together to catalyze action in clean energy, the circular economy, climate smart agriculture and inclusive development.” Prime Minister Abiy said though Ethiopia remains among the countries most vulnerable to climate change; “we are also among the most committed. We have set an ambitious course toward the climate resilient Net Zero economy by 2050 aligned with agenda 2030 and the African Union agenda 2063.” Ethiopia’s climate resilient green economy strategy, the green legacy initiative, and its expanding renewable energy portfolio, reflect the country’s dedication to this vision, Prime Minister Abiy underlined. “But no country can confront the climate crisis alone, the paths forward demands collective leadership and urgent action,” he urged. Ethiopia has been a resolve in the commitment of the ideals and objectives of the P4G partnership, and has proudly contributed to the platform since its inception in 2018. “We believe in its unique value as a bridge between public policy and private sector innovation through collaborative projects in food systems, renewable energy, resilient cities and the circular economy, we have seen what is possible when we walk together.” As a founding P4G member and partly to key climate agreements, Ethiopia remains committed for advancing green recovery and sustainable development, Prime Minister Abiy affirmed. “As we depart Hanoi, let us carry with us the spirit of partnership, the momentum of ambition and the conviction that green growth is not a distant goal, but a shared imperative,” he urged.
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April 2025
Eastern Africa Advances Early Warning Systems to Tackle Climate Risks
Tanzania has officially launched the Early Warnings for All (EW4All) Initiative, joining regional peers Burundi, Rwanda, South Sudan, and Uganda in a growing movement to protect communities from climate hazards such as floods, droughts, and extreme heat. The launch event, held in Dodoma from 19–20 March 2025, brought together over 100 representatives from government, NGOs, and international partners to strengthen collaboration. The EW4All initiative, spearheaded globally by the United Nations and supported in Tanzania by the Danish government and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), aims to ensure universal access to life-saving early warning systems by 2027. Deputy Minister of Transport, Hon. David Mwakiposa Kihenzile, emphasized the urgency: “Early warning systems are vital for saving lives and building long-term climate resilience.” The Tanzania Meteorological Authority also released its State of the Climate Report 2024, revealing that last year was the hottest on record and marked by Cyclone Hidaya, the strongest tropical storm ever to hit the country. A national roadmap is being developed following a gap analysis across EW4All’s four pillars. Kenya is set to be the next East African nation to adopt the initiative, as the region accelerates efforts to combat rising climate risks.

April 16, 2025
Africa Faces Hottest Decade on Record, WMO Warns
Africa is facing intensifying climate impacts, with 2024 set to be the warmest or second-warmest year ever recorded, according to a new report by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO). The past decade is officially the hottest on record for the continent, bringing worsening droughts, floods, and extreme weather that threaten food security, displace communities, and damage infrastructure. East Africa is grappling with prolonged dry spells that cripple agriculture, while West Africa faces erratic rainfall. Coastal regions, such as Mozambique, are seeing rising sea levels and stronger storms. Despite contributing the least to global greenhouse gas emissions, Africa suffers disproportionately from climate change. The State of the Climate in Africa 2024 report—developed by the WMO in collaboration with African and international partners—focuses on loss and damage. It calls for urgent global investment in adaptation and mitigation. There are signs of hope: African nations are embracing renewable energy and climate-smart agriculture. Kenya’s wind farms and Ethiopia’s sustainable farming practices highlight the continent’s resilience. Still, the report stresses that Africa’s future depends on immediate, collective global action to build climate resilience and protect lives and livelihoods.

May, 2025
Cape Town to Host 2025 F20 Climate Forum, Spotlighting Africa’s Climate Leadership
Cape Town will host the 2025 F20 Climate Solutions Forum on 27–28 May, the first time the event is held in Africa. Co-hosted by the Foundations Platform F20 and Democracy Works Foundation, the forum aims to elevate Africa’s climate and development priorities ahead of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg. Under the theme “Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainable Development”, the forum will convene global climate leaders, philanthropies, and civil society to advance climate justice, sustainable finance, and inclusive governance. Key speakers include EU Ambassador Sandra Kramer, Cape Town Deputy Mayor Eddie Andrews, and Dorah Modise of the Presidential Climate Commission. Sessions will address food security, just energy transitions, and democratic resilience. Held in a hybrid format at the Old Mutual Conference Centre in Kirstenbosch, the forum is supported by partners such as the Nelson Mandela Foundation and the Clean Air Fund. Saliem Fakir of the African Climate Foundation emphasized Africa’s growing role in climate diplomacy and the need for unity. “We must speak with one voice,” he urged, warning that fragmentation weakens Africa’s global influence. Fakir called for stronger African coordination and leadership as the continent’s strategic importance in green industries grows.

May, 1 2025
Flash Floods Kill 17, Displace Over 84,000 in Somalia
At least 17 people have died and more than 84,000 have been displaced by flash floods triggered by torrential rains across Somalia since mid-April, according to the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA). The floods have caused widespread destruction, particularly in the Banadir Region, where heavy rains on May 9 alone killed nine people and affected over 24,000. Disaster assessments revealed extensive damage to infrastructure, with roads, shelters, and public services severely affected. In displacement camps, floodwaters swept away shelters, leaving many without basic protection. Public transport has also been disrupted in several areas. OCHA reported that humanitarian partners have ramped up emergency aid, providing food, shelter, hygiene kits, and cash assistance. In response, the Somali government has formed a high-level committee involving federal and regional officials to coordinate relief efforts. The floods come as part of the seasonal Gu rains, which run from April to June and often bring both relief and destruction. While the rains have improved water and pasture availability—supporting agriculture and pastoralism—they also highlight Somalia’s vulnerability to extreme climate shocks, alternating between prolonged droughts and damaging floods.

May, 2025
Metacon Signs €1.82 Million Green Hydrogen Deal in Morocco
Swedish energy firm Metacon has signed a €1.82 million agreement to supply a 1 MW pressurised alkaline electrolyser to Morocco, marking its entry into the North African country’s renewable energy landscape. The system will operate off-grid, powered directly by wind turbines owned by a leading Moroccan renewable energy firm. Delivered as a containerised, plug-and-play unit, the project aims to integrate hydrogen production with wind power in a pilot setting. Though modest in scale, the initiative symbolizes Morocco’s early steps toward building a green hydrogen economy aligned with its long-term decarbonization goals. Metacon highlighted Morocco’s strong potential due to its abundant solar and wind resources, suggesting the country could become a hydrogen hub in North Africa. However, experts caution that Morocco’s hydrogen ambitions face steep cost and scale challenges. “Producing 1 MW is only a start,” said energy analyst Amine Bennouna. “To meet national needs, we’d need gigawatts, not megawatts—and at a much lower cost.” Despite limitations, the project reflects Morocco’s strategic approach: small-scale experimentation with international partners to build capacity and attract future investment in green fuels, hydrogen, and clean ammonia exports.
















