AUC-ClimSA Coordinator Lauds Ethiopia for Its Notable Progress in Climate Adaptation

Addis Ababa, September 10, 2025 (ENA) -- AUC Climate Service Application (AUC-ClimSA) Program Coordinator at the African Union Commission commended Ethiopia for its notable progress in climate adaptation initiatives.

In an exclusive interview with ENA, AUC-ClimSA Programme Coordinator, Jolly Wasambo, said the African Union is actively engaged in multiple initiatives aimed at addressing the pressing challenges, including the impacts of climate change across the continent.

One of the focuses has been on developing strategic frameworks related to climate change adaptation and greenhouse gas emissions mitigation, he added; expressing dedication to providing climate information services across various sectors, thereby enhancing the socioeconomic development resilience of Africa.

In this regard, Wasambo commended Ethiopia for its notable progress in climate adaptation initiatives, such as the Green Legacy Initiative and the government’s policy to restrict the importation of fossil-fuel-powered vehicles.

“The extensive tree-planting campaign aimed at carbon mitigation, along with the government’s policy to restrict the importation of fossil-fuel-powered vehicles, serves as a model for other nations. These policies are essential as we work collectively to reduce pollution and promote clean energy,” he stated.

Recall that Agenda 2063 of the AU aspires to achieve environmental sustainability and climate resilience so that our economies and communities are robust and capable of withstanding the impacts of climate change.

The Coordinator is optimistic about the continent’s ability to meet the goals of Agenda 2063, despite challenges that remain ahead, where he emphasized the need for securing access to finance, fostering partnerships, and creating enabling environments.the challenges that lie ahead, and emphasized the need to secure access to finance, foster partnerships, and create

Noting that many member states have already begun to incorporate Agenda 2063 into their national frameworks, he said that it demonstrates a unified commitment to achieving the objectives that have been set.

While Africa faces numerous challenges, including climate change and securing full funding for climate adaptation initiatives, he expressed hope that the AU strategies can effectively address such issues.

Relating to access to finance for climate initiatives, he emphasized for diverse funding sources, including through public-private partnerships (PPPs).

Moreover, he stated that developed nations need to honor their commitments to assist the developing nations in their climate adaptation efforts.

“First and foremost, they (developed nations) must fulfill these commitments and recognize that during their own development, they are responsible for considerable greenhouse gas emissions, while Africa's contributions have been relatively low,” he underscored.