The Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme provides an opportunity to galvanize Africa's Climate Ambassadors to take action on climate change.
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Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme retweeted
Do you want to host a side event at the second Africa Climate Summit (ACS 2) and shape real outcomes for green jobs and skills development?
Join Jacob’s Ladder Africa at our Green Skills and Jobs Pavilion at the Africa Climate Summit (ACS 2) happening in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia | September 8–10, 2025.
Curate a dynamic side event that will:
1. Present your work to high-level audiences
2. Engage directly with government, funders, and development partners
3. Spark collaborations that scale green employment
4. Drive policy-shaping conversations
To host this side event, email [email protected]
🗓️ Curation closes on 10th August 2025 – slots are limited!
📍To attend our side event, scan the QR code in the flyer.
#GreenJobsAfrica #AfricaClimateSummit #ACS2 #GreenSkills #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateCareers #GreenEconomy #WorkforceDevelopment
@Sellahb @Bilha_Ndirangu @Mandakhabetsa @WorldVision @AGRA_Africa @AddisAbabaUni @PACJA1 @ACS2ET @timotsi1 @ASBELKEMBOI7
Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme retweeted
In this week’s edition of the Weekly Observer (@observerug), I share my reflections on a landmark development in International Environment & Climate Change Law—the historic Advisory Opinion of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) (@CIJ_ICJ) on the Obligations of States in respect to Climate Change.
Condensing a 140-page opinion into 500 words proved to be such a Herculean undertaking—and I must confess, I could not do it justice. Yet, the weight and wisdom of the Court pervade, especially in paragraph 456, which, in my view, distills the essence of the Opinion:
“The questions posed by the General Assembly… concern an existential problem of planetary proportions… International law… has an important but ultimately limited role in resolving this problem… Above all, a lasting and satisfactory solution requires human will and wisdom… to change our habits, comforts and current way of life in order to secure a future for ourselves and those who are yet to come.”
This Opinion is more than a legal milestone—it is a clarion call. The science is clear @IPCC_CH. The law is now clear. Our collective action ought to be clear too!🍀🌍⚖️
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I had the privilege of delivering the curtain-raising presentation at the recently concluded Climate Action Financing & Advocacy Conference (CAFA), held under the theme, “Empowering Uganda’s Climate Champions: Financing, Advocacy & Sustainable Action.”
My presentation, titled “The State of Climate Action: Where We Stand & Where We Go Next,” offered a comprehensive overview of Uganda’s evolving climate landscape. Key highlights included:
☘️ Introduction to Uganda’s Climate Challenges
☘️ Uganda’s Climate Profile
☘️ The Current State of Climate Action
☘️ Key Achievements and Gaps
☘️ The Climate Financing Landscape
☘️ Opportunities for Scaled Impact
☘️ Strategic Recommendations & the Way Forward
I emphasized that climate action is no longer about pledges—it is about agency. We must move from policy to practice, from rhetoric to resilience, and from words to real-world wins for people and planet.
Please find the presentation here:- linkedin.com/posts/howard-mw… 🍀🌍✊🏽
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I had the privilege of taking part in the month-long Masterclass in International Carbon Markets convened by the Public and Third Sector Academy for Sustainable Finance (P3S Academy) at the University of Oxford.
This intensive and enriching programme brought together a global cohort of sustainability professionals, climate negotiators, policymakers, and practitioners.
Together, we explored the complexities and opportunities within international carbon markets—from Article 6 of the Paris Agreement and the voluntary carbon market, to market integrity, financing mechanisms, and just transition principles.
As an ardent Energy, Environment and Sustainability professional, this learning experience has further deepened my appreciation of how carbon finance can be harnessed not just to reduce emissions, but to unlock equitable climate action across the Global South.
A heartfelt thank you to the very resourceful faculty at Oxford and the team at P3S Academy for curating such a timely and practical learning journey. This experience has reignited my resolve to contribute to shaping transparent, credible, and impactful carbon market mechanisms—especially for countries like Uganda and indeed across Africa, where climate ambition must be matched with streamlined access to climate finance.🍀🌍✊🏽
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Over the weekend, I had the privilege of returning to the Young Leaders Forum (YLF), convened by Friedrich Ebert Stiftung Uganda (@fesuganda).
This time round, I joined a coruscating youth panel to share my thoughts and experiences on youth-led energy and climate justice efforts. I spoke about the kind of change I’m advocating for—climate justice and a just energy transition that not only accelerates our shift to renewable energy, but also ensures that youth, women, and marginalized communities are meaningfully involved and benefit from it.
I emphasized the pressing need for meaningful youth involvement in shaping policy and investment landscapes that respond to the urgency of the climate crisis and the energy poverty scourge, while advancing social equity.
I am deeply grateful to the incredible team at FES for the opportunity and for the critical work you continue to do.
I look forward to deepening our collaboration to scale youth-led climate action in Uganda and indeed across the continent. [Freedom–Justice–Solidarity]🍀🌍✊🏽
@caliuganda @graUganda @Y4Cofficial
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Today, on #BiodiversityDay2025, we reaffirm our mission at Jacob’s Ladder Africa: to activate 30 million green jobs in the green economy by 2033 through climate-smart and green solutions.
Protecting biodiversity is key to building sustainable livelihoods, resilient communities, and a thriving future for Africa.
@Sellahb @Bilha_Ndirangu @Mandakhabetsa @Environment_Ke @EnviClimateC_Ke @timotsi1 @ASBELKEMBOI7
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This year’s COP29 in Baku focused on setting a new global climate finance goal! Key discussions included:
1. The New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG): A critical framework to mobilize funds for developing nations, replacing the previous $100 billion annual pledge.
2. The Climate Finance Action Fund: A landmark $1 billion fund supporting renewable energy and adaptation projects in vulnerable regions like Africa.
@JacobsLadder_A @TheAfricaCenter @TutuFellows @ClimateActAfric @giz_gmbh @ACAProgramme @Sellahb @Bilha_Ndirangu @James_I_Mwangi @ClimateWed @AfricanYouthFdn @TuzindukeYouthG
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@JacobsLadder_A in partnership with The @cooperunion yesterday hosted an event titled “Pathways Beyond Net-Zero: Harnessing the Bioeconomy for Climate Action” at the historic Great Hall, during Climate Week NYC2024.
The event was moderated by @MokenaMakeka, Director of the Benjamin Menschel Civic Projects Lab and @ACAProgramme Ambassador.
Discussions centered on advancing a nature-positive green economy, emphasizing sustainable production of bio-based products, improved consumption patterns, and circular, regenerative practices across all sectors.
Distinguished speakers included:
1.Sellah Bogonko @Sellahb, Co-Founder and CEO, Jacob's Ladder Africa
2.James Mwangi @James_I_Mwangi, Founder and CEO, Africa Climate Ventures; Inaugural Member, The Rockefeller Foundation Climate Advisory Council.
3.Serah Makka @szmakka, Africa Executive Director, @ONECampaign and ACAP Ambassador
4.Dr. Wanjiru Rutenberg @wanjirukr, Founder and CEO, Black Women in Executive Leadership (B-Wel) @EnkajiBWEL; Senior Fellow, Ford Foundation; ACAP Ambassador
5.Mae-ling Lokko @mLokko, Assistant Professor, @Yale University School of Architecture; Yale Center for Ecosystems in Architecture
6. David Hertz @dhertz, Founder, @Gastromotiva
This timely dialogue among thought leaders emphasized the critical intersection of climate action, innovation, and economic opportunity in shaping a resilient, sustainable future for the continent and beyond!
To watch the full video, click here: youtube.com/watch?v=_CFnP2YJ…
@Sellahb @Bilha_Ndirangu @James_I_Mwangi @MokenaMakeka @TheAfricaCentre @TutuFellows @ClimateActAfric @fordfellowship @RockefellerFdn
Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme retweeted
Today, September 26, 6-8pm, at the iconic Great Hall, our Co-founder and CEO Sellah Bogonko @Sellahb will be speaking during the Pathways beyond Net-Zero: Harnessing the Bioeconomy for Climate Action event during Climate Week 2024 in New York.
An opportunity to discover how bioeconomy solutions are paving the way for a sustainable, net-zero future.
Be part of the conversation! - registration is still open: cooper.edu/events-and-exhibi…
#ClimateWeekNYC #UNGA79
Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme retweeted
Happening today!
Join us at the iconic Great Hall, in collaboration with The @cooperunion, for an inspiring discussion on the bioeconomy—a powerful force in achieving net-zero emissions and tackling the climate crisis during Climate Week 2024 in New York! #ClimateWeekNYC
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how bioeconomy solutions are paving the way for a sustainable, net-zero future. Connect with industry leaders, innovators, and educators who are driving real change in this vital sector.
Be part of the conversation!
Don't miss out - registration is still open: cooper.edu/events-and-exhibi…
@Sellahb @Bilha_Ndirangu @James_I_Mwangi @MokenaMakeka @TheAfricaCentre @TutuFellows @ClimateActAfric
Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme retweeted
Last evening, as part of Climate Week NYC 2024 #ClimateWeekNYC, Jacob's Ladder Africa held an event, Climate, and Leadership: Green Jobs for Africa, in partnership with @columbiaclimate School in the James Room at @BarnardCollege.
It brought together leaders, innovators, and changemakers to explore the transformative power of leadership in realizing green jobs.
The centerpiece of the evening was an engaging panel discussion, moderated by Sellah Bogonko @Sellahb, Co-Founder and CEO of @JacobsLadder_A.
The distinguished panel featured [L-R]:
•Ifeoma Malo, ACAP Ambassador and Founder and CEO of @Cleantechhubng
•Dr. Lisa Dale, Senior Research Fellow at the University of Rwanda and Director of the MA in Climate & Society at @columbiaclimate School
•Dr. Harry Verhoeven, Convenor of the Oxford University China-Africa Network.
•Eva Yazhari, General Partner at Beyond Capital Ventures @BeyondCapital.
•Hubert Ruzibiza @Rutage, ACAP Ambassador and Senior Climate Finance Advisor at the African Green Infrastructure Investment Bank (AfGIIB)
•@MugureNjendu, ACAP Ambassador and Africa Programs Lead at the Global Buildings Performance Network (GBPN)
Case study presentations were also made by @ACAProgramme Ambassador Oluseun Onigbinde @seunonigbinde, Global Director, @BudgITng, and Ambassador @jackline_okeyo, Founder and CEO, of Mzansi Clean Energy Capital.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated and contributed to this vital conversation.
Together, we are committed to paving the way for a prosperous and sustainable Africa!
#AfricaClimateLeadership #ClimateWeekNYC #UNGA79
@JacobsLadder_A @Columbia @columbiaclimate @TheAfricaCenter @TutuFellows @ClimateActAfric @ACAProgramme @Sellahb @Bilha_Ndirangu
Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme retweeted
Happening Today!
This evening, from 6 PM to 8 PM EST, the James Room at Barnard College, Columbia University, New York City, will host a pivotal event on leadership and Africa’s green economy.
Leaders from across sectors will discuss how innovation, collaboration, and sustainable job creation are transforming opportunities for Africa’s youth.
For those already registered, we look forward to seeing you at the James Room tonight! #ClimateweekNYC #AfricaClimateLeadership
@JacobsLadder_A @Columbia @columbiaclimate @TheAfricaCenter @TutuFellows @ClimateActAfric @ACAProgramme @Sellahb @Bilha_Ndirangu @James_I_Mwangi @seunonigbinde @jackline_okeyo @MugureNjendu @Rutage
Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme retweeted
🌟Join us in empowering women in STEM for Africa’s sustainable development.
👉Rejoignez-nous pour autonomiser les femmes dans les STEM et favoriser le développement durable de l'Afrique.
#WomenEmpowerment
#SustainableDevelopment
#ACWES2024
#AfricanUnionCIEFFA
@STEMWomenRwanda will host the African Conference of Women Engineers and Scientists (ACWES 2024) from Nov 4-8 in Kigali, in collaboration with @INWES_Global, @AIMS_Rwanda, @AIMS_RIC & other partners.
For more information, Scan the QR code or visit: shorturl.at/KiD7q
Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme retweeted
Join me in this video as I explore why the Africa Climate Summit (ACS) and COP28 need local contextualization to move beyond the rhetoric around climate change and bring about tangible results, here: youtube.com/watch?v=SFO5xgGg… #ACAP2024 #AfricaClimateAmbassadors #ACAP
Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme retweeted
Have you started thinking about the upcoming COP29 and future ACS?
Join me in this video as I explore my expectations of these future key convenings from the spring-board of Climate Finance here: youtube.com/watch?v=449Mf9Ry…
#ACAP2024 #AfricaClimateAmbassadors
#ACAP
Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme retweeted
Let's discuss how we can support Africa's journey to a greener and just future!
In this video I share how COP28 marked a turning point in the fight against climate change. Why? Because for the first time, fossil fuels were officially recognized as the main culprit.
Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme retweeted
Deeply excited to have been recognised as one of the 100 ‘𝗠𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗹𝘂𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁’ (under 40) earlier in the year, and looking forward to representing Malawi at the 79th #UNGA this coming September. 🇺🇳🇲🇼
ALT More details: nthanda.com/mipad-100/
Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme retweeted
Listen to #ACAP2024 Ambassadors @ndidiNwuneli, @AkinolaLanre, Jabesh Amissah, @Jamissaharthur3, and @jackline_okeyo as they highlight the @AfClimateSummit (ACS) 2023 and how ACS is paving the way for a #sustainable #Africa. #COP28 #COP29 #ClimateActionNow
Meet Africa's Climate Ambassadors! In partnership with @giz_gmbh, ACAP is excited to bring you expert insights that break down the Africa Climate Summit (ACS) and COP28.
#ACAP2024 #AfricaClimateAmbassadors #ACAP #GIZ #AfricaClimateSummit #COP28 #Sustainability #ClimateAction
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"Africa's super power is her one voice." 🗣️
@szmakka weighs in on Africa's power in the fight against the climate crisis. ⬇️
ACAP Ambassador Serah Makka @szmakka, Africa Executive Director of the @ONECampaign discusses the Africa Climate Summit (ACS) 2023. Discover the significance of this summit and how it is paving the way for a sustainable future in Africa.
Watch the full video on YouTube: youtu.be/rpHOca9-1Ag
Follow us so you never miss out on any updates from the Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme.
#ACAP2024 #AfricaClimateAmbassadors #ACS23 #ClimateAction #ACAP #GIZ #AfricaClimateSummit #COP28
@JacobsLadder_A @TheAfricaCenter @TutuFellows @ClimateActAfric @giz_gmbh @ACAProgramme @Sellahb @Bilha_Ndirangu @James_I_Mwangi @bodo_immink @COP28_UAE @AfClimateSummit @szmakka @SanguDelle @vickykondi @candice_knipe @georgiendirangu
Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme retweeted
Thrilled to be part of the Africa Climate Ambassador’s Programme Summit, where we discussed the future of a sustainable Africa! Excited to be part of the team of people who are passionate about impactful change
ACAP Ambassador Serah Makka @szmakka, Africa Executive Director of the @ONECampaign discusses the Africa Climate Summit (ACS) 2023. Discover the significance of this summit and how it is paving the way for a sustainable future in Africa.
Watch the full video on YouTube: youtu.be/rpHOca9-1Ag
Follow us so you never miss out on any updates from the Africa Climate Ambassadors Programme.
#ACAP2024 #AfricaClimateAmbassadors #ACS23 #ClimateAction #ACAP #GIZ #AfricaClimateSummit #COP28
@JacobsLadder_A @TheAfricaCenter @TutuFellows @ClimateActAfric @giz_gmbh @ACAProgramme @Sellahb @Bilha_Ndirangu @James_I_Mwangi @bodo_immink @COP28_UAE @AfClimateSummit @szmakka @SanguDelle @vickykondi @candice_knipe @georgiendirangu