​Climate Investment, Energy & Environmental Sustainability

​Focus of the Day

​Day 2 examines Africa’s energy future through the lens of realism, resilience and investment. Discussions address how African economies can secure energy access, sustain industrial growth and attract climate capital while navigating decarbonisation, geopolitical shifts and climate risk. The programme emphasises pragmatic transition pathways that align development needs with global climate expectations.

​Panel Session

​Financing the Energy Transition: Climate Capital, Carbon Markets & ESG Credibility in Africa

​Africa’s energy transition requires large-scale mobilisation of climate capital, yet financing gaps persist. This panel examines how blended finance, carbon markets and credible ESG frameworks can unlock private investment across renewable energy, transition fuels and climate-resilient infrastructure. Emphasis is placed on governance, measurement, verification and environmental integrity as non-negotiable foundations for investor confidence. The discussion explores how high-integrity financing structures can de-risk investment, support energy access and industrial growth, and position African transition projects as globally investable.

​Moderator:

​Cathy Allara Latiwa

​Tenioye Majekodunmi- DG, The National Council on Climate Change