Discussions at this week's 4th annual convening of the Pan African Coalition on Adaptation and Resilience inspired fresh thinking and approaches for adaptation among African actors. See insights from PACAR members in our latest video.

POWER UPDATE | Rich countries say they met their climate finance goal again in 2024. But there’s a catch. According to the OECD report, 67% of the $136.7 billion mobilised in climate finance in 2024 took the form of loans. Real climate finance should come in the form of grants.

ORGANISING AND LEARNING: The fourth annual convening of the Pan African Coalition on Adaptation and Resilience, #PACAR2026, ended in adventure, with a visit to a local organic farm in Machakos County, Kenya. #Adapt2Live

The 4th Annual PACAR Convening has concluded, but the work of PACAR continues. For many members, PACAR has become a space for growth, solidarity and deeper engagement in adaptation work across the continent. You too can help shape Africa’s adaptation future. Apply to join here: bit.ly/43mWs0N

Earlier today at the PACAR Convening, we had a panel discussion on #landsrights, #soilhealth, #indigenousknowledge, and #agriculture. We look at some of the insights that emerged from the conversation🧵

POWER UPDATE | The UN General Assembly voted overwhelmingly to support the International Court of Justice’s landmark climate opinion.

WE’RE IN THE HOMESTRETCH of the 4th annual convening of the Pan African Coalition on Adaptation and Resilience, and that means bigger, bolder, and forward-looking conversations we hope will make Africa #Adapt2Live and attain #ClimateResilience. Thank you for journeying with us!

🌍 Climate change didn’t RSVP, but Africa’s frontlines are full. 🌱 #Adapt2Live matters because communities are already facing floods, droughts, and heatwaves — and they deserve support, finance, and recognition for solutions they’re leading. Survival isn’t optional. Learn more: www.adapt2live.org

☀ Africa’s on fire. No, literally. 🌱 #Adapt2Live is coming soon — because apparently, surviving climate chaos deserves a campaign. Spoiler: communities are already doing the hard work. We’re just here to cheer them on. and advocate for the shortfalls. 🔗 Learn more: www.adapt2live.org

INSIGHTS FROM THE 4TH ANNUAL PACAR CONVENING Working with political leaders to deliver Africa’s adaptation priorities isn’t an option. In this video, Dr Michael Terungwa David of GIFSEP emphasises the need for Africa’s civil society to seek out politicians and work with them.

Could polluters finally be held accountable? Join us this afternoon as we unpack the implications of the ICJ Advisory Opinion for Africa and the future of climate accountability. Register here: powershiftafrica-org.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

POWER UPDATE: Kenyans have staged nationwide protests against the government over hiked fuel prices, following the disruption in global oil supply. Hundreds have been unable to access their places of work as businesses remain paralysed.

In North West Cameroon, Mbororo women are rebuilding degraded land and strengthening food security using a traditional Night Paddock Manuring system — no synthetic fertilisers, nearly three hectares regenerated, tons of Irish potatoes and beans harvested.

As floods continue to devastate communities across Africa, Mary Kyanyi reminds us that the most realistic way to protect communities in the long run is building the systems that reduce the damage before it happens.

Mobilizing people and resources for Africa’s adaptation. Next week, we relaunch #Adapt2Live. As climate impacts intensify across the continent, African communities continue to adapt with resilience. Africa’s adaptation story deserves to be seen, heard, and funded. #Adapt2Live!

POWER UPDATE: France has unveiled €23 billion ($27 billion) in investment commitments at the Africa Forward Summit in Nairobi, spanning infrastructure, renewable energy, agriculture, AI, healthcare, logistics, and telecommunications. Source: African Business

What do the outcomes of the #SantaMarta fossil fuel phaseout conference mean for Africa’s climate priorities? Join us today in this webinar for a discussion on tax justice, debt, and financing a just transition. Register 👉 events.teams.microsoft.com/event/786394...

The much-awaited Africa-Forward Summit in Nairobi, Kenya, ended on Tuesday with a 10-point declaration. @powershiftafrica.bsky.social's Saada Mohamed analyses some of the progressive outcomes and what they mean for the continent. Read her thoughts here: powershiftafrica.org/in-the-news/...

ICYMI: Last night @powershiftafrica.bsky.social and Greenpeace Africa hosted partners for a dinner on the sidelines of the #AfricaForward Summit to discuss the continent’s energy development and green industrialisation priorities.

POWER UPDATE: Guterres, speaking in Nairobi, says current global financial architecture was designed for “a world that no longer exists”.

There is a particular kind of energy that fills a room when people who genuinely believe in Africa's future are finally in the same space. Last week in Nairobi, we felt every version of it. Over the moon. Winsome. Audacious. Fearless. Groovy. Focused. Sunny. Glowing. Undivided. 🧵 #JustTransition

Africa cannot remain the world’s raw material warehouse. The future of Africa-France partnerships must be rooted in: ✔ Green industrialisation ✔ Local value addition ✔ Climate justice ✔ Debt reform ✔ Equitable energy transitions #AfricaForwardSummit #AfricaFranceSummit

Our latest policy briefing explores how Africa can use the #AfricaForwardSummit to push for partnerships rooted in equity, industrial transformation, and climate justice. Get it in either English or French TODAY! powershiftafrica.org/publications...

Welcome to the final day of the Energy Development and Just Transition in Africa convening in Nairobi, Kenya. We have begun the day’s session with a discussion on mechanisms to #finance Africa’s #JustTransition ⚖️, with critical questions to our panel and participants. 🧵

Electric. That describes what has been an energising and insightful second day at the Energy Development and Just Transition in Africa convening in Nairobi, Kenya. Join us again tomorrow as we wrap up these truly African conversations to shift power, inspire hope, and drive change.

The Economist declared that war with Iran could trigger an “Africa oil revival.” But who is that revival really for? A new report by finds that fossil fuel economies consistently: • weaken other sectors • deepen vulnerability to external shocks • enable corruption • operate as extractive enclaves

Fossil fuels have not and will not deliver development in Africa. Here’s how we know: 600 MILLION Africans STILL lack electricity despite years of fossil fuel extraction. Join us this afternoon as we unpack this at 2pm EAT | 1pm CAT TODAY! zoom.us/webinar/regi...

IN PICTURES: The ongoing Energy Development and Just Transition in Africa Convening hosted by @powershiftafrica.bsky.social in Nairobi this week! This meeting coincides with the push for global energy transition on the one hand, and geopolitical turmoil on the other. Here are some reflections🧵

If oil and gas were supposed to develop Africa, why do African economies remain vulnerable to every shock the global market delivers? A new report by @priceofoil.bsky.social titled Pipe Dreams: How Oil and Gas Fail to Deliver Economic Development in Africa has the answer. Join us this Friday.

Conflict drives fuel and food prices across Africa. This economic shock exposes a broken system. Join us for the release of Pipe Dreams: How Oil and Gas Fail to Deliver Economic Development in Africa 📅 May 8th. 2 PM EAT (Nairobi) | 7 AM ET (DC) @powershiftafrica.bsky.social zoom.us/webinar/regi...