LIBREVILLE, Gabon — At the 35th session of the Conseil d’orientation of the Institut de la Francophonie pour le développement durable (IFDD) in Monaco, France, representatives from Central African states have called for improved access to climate financing.
The Gabonese representative, Nicaise Moulombi, emphasized the need for financing mechanisms to better reflect local economic realities and adapt to territorial specifics.
The session, organized by the IFDD, a technical structure of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie, aimed to advance the environmental commitments of member states. Monaco, as the guest of honor, announced its renewed and strengthened support for the IFDD, prioritizing enhanced access to climate financing and biodiversity conservation for francophone countries. Participants discussed the implementation of the 2026 program and adjusted priorities around four main axes: climate, biodiversity, sustainable finance, and sustainable tourism.
Monaco and Wallonia shared experiences in the blue economy, territorial transition, and responsible tourism, providing practical examples for other francophone countries.
The IFDD supports 88 member states and governments in transforming environmental commitments into concrete projects and operational financing for sustainable development.
The African Development Bank and OCPGroup, a Moroccan multinational corporation, were highlighted as key partners in climate financing discussions.
The plea for increased climate financing comes amidst a backdrop of escalating climate impacts across Central Africa, including inflation, droughts, and environmental degradation.
The region is home to over 32 million people at risk of displacement due to climate change, according to the FAO.
The proposed ‘blue economy’strategy aims to leverage marine resources for sustainable economic growth and resilience against climate change.
As Central Africa grapples with these challenges, the call for enhanced climate financing underscores the urgency of global action to mitigate the impacts of climate change.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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