At WUF12 (4 - 8 November) in Cairo, CoM SSA invites you to join our session, which will spotlight the transformative potential of African local governments in advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly through strategic implementation strategies bolstered by improved access to finance. With a keen focus on leveraging innovative financial mechanisms to execute ambitious climate action plans, the discussion will illuminate the vital role of financing in driving sustainable progress across the continent.
Moreover, the session will explore how initiatives such as the Covenant of Mayors in Sub-Saharan Africa (CoM SSA) serve as catalysts for mobilising financial resources and fostering collaboration among cities. By showcasing successful approaches to accessing finance and implementing climate solutions, the session aims to inspire and equip participants with actionable insights to accelerate SDG delivery and build resilient communities throughout Africa.
Confirmed speakers
- Dr Sergio Oliete Josa (Head of Unit, DG-INTPA, European Commission)
- Mayor Manuel de Araújo (Quelimane, Mozambique)
- Ms Hannatu Ibrahim (Head of Environment: Abuja Municipal Area Council, Nigeria)
- Dr Michael Boulle (ICLEI Africa and CoM SSA)
- Mr Thomas de Véricourt (Senior Project Team Leader & Accountability Officer: Urban Development, Housing and Planning Division, Agence française de développement)
- Mr Andreas Beavor (Green Cities and Infrastructure Programme and Co-Founder and Lead Consultant: UrbanEmerge)
Moderator
- Dr Kate Strachan (CoM SSA Secretariat)
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