2023-12-13 18:55:21
Afrobarometer amplifies African voices at COP28: African citizens demand urgent climate action
December 13, 2023
Afrobarometer attended the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) last week and reported on the demand from African citizens for urgent climate action, demonstrating the commitment of the world’s leading research organization. survey of the continent to integrate African perspectives into the global climate discourse.
Addressing key stakeholders in the fight against climate change
Meeting in Dubai, Afrobarometer Communications Director Nafissatou Diouf and Chief Knowledge Officer Josephine Sanny shared the results of a recent survey showing widespread concern and support for climate action across Africa.
« Our presence at COP28 marks an important milestone for Afrobarometer, as we bring the real perspectives of African citizens into the global debate on climate change “, said Diouf. “The results of our Round 9 surveys highlight the urgent need for inclusive actions to address the challenges of climate change.
The Devex Climate+ Summit brought together influential changemakers and thought leaders on panels and in workshops to delve deeper into the complex relationship between climate change and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Keynote speakers included Alok Sharma, COP26 President and climate and finance researcher at the Rockefeller Foundation; Martin Edlund, CEO of Malaria No More; Gernot Laganda, director of the Climate and Disaster Risk Reduction Directorate of the World Food Program; Zitouni Ould-Dada, deputy director of the Office of Climate Change, Biodiversity and Environment at the Food and Agriculture Organization; and Ismahene Elouafi, Executive Director of the CGIAR.
Data from the most recent Afrobarometer survey reveals that among Africans who have heard of climate change, most say it makes life worse and requires urgent action. But almost half of Africans are unfamiliar with the concept of climate change – even though many have personally observed adverse changes in weather patterns.
And only about three in 10 people are fully “ informed about changes
climatic ”, combining an awareness of climate change with basic knowledge of its causes and negative effects.
« African citizens, as Afrobarometer surveys reveal, consider
fight against climate change as a shared responsibility “Sanny said. “ Our presence at the Devex Climate+ Forum was an opportunity to highlight the importance of collaborative efforts involving governments, the private sector and various stakeholders ».
Afrobarometer representatives participated in several side events, including the Agri-Food Systems Summit where Tom Vilsack, Copyright ©Afrobarometer 2023 2 United States Secretary of Agriculture, delivered a key keynote address.
The organization’s proactive role in amplifying the voices of African citizens within this dynamic space has fostered synergies and paved the way for potential collaboration with
like-minded institutions.
Noting the importance of Afrobarometer’s participation at COP28, CEO Joseph Asunka said: “ Our first participation in COP28 underlines our commitment to fostering dialogue and collaboration on climate change. We are determined to build on the momentum gained from this event, strengthening our role as a key contributor to the development of sustainable and climate resilient strategies for the African continent ».
Afrobarometer has been tracking the aspirations and experiences of African citizens since 1999. The Pan-African Public Attitude Research Network is currently preparing for its Round 10 surveys, which will cover 40 countries across the continent. Looking ahead, 2024 holds particular significance for Afrobarometer, marking a quarter century of research excellence on the African continent.
About Afrobarometer Afrobarometer (AB) is a trusted source of high-quality data and analysis on what Africans think. With an unrivaled track record of more than 370,000 interviews in 42 countries, representing the views of 75% of the African population, AB is leading the charge
to fill the continent’s data gap.
AB data informs many global indices, such as the Ibrahim Index of African Governance, Transparency International’s Global Corruption Barometer and the World Bank Governance Indicators. The data is also used for
country risk analyzes and by credit rating and forecasting agencies such as the Economist Intelligence Unit. All AB datasets are publicly available on the website and can be analyzed free of charge using AB’s online data analysis tool.
For more information, please contact: Hassana Diallo Communications Coordinator for Afrobarometer Francophone Africa
Telephone: +221 77 713 72 53
Email : [email protected]
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