Ghana calls for urgent climate finance delivery to support Africa’s climate ambitions

Ghana has called for the urgent delivery of climate finance commitments to support African countries in addressing the growing effects of climate change.

Speaking at the Ministerial Meeting of the African Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN) in Antalya, Türkiye, the Minister of Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation, Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, stressed the need for increased adaptation funding and a fair approach to climate action.

She noted that although Africa contributes only about 4 per cent of global greenhouse gas emissions, the continent continues to bear a disproportionate share of the effects of the climate crisis.

Dr Agyeman-Rawlings called for a just energy transition, fair carbon markets and increased investment in Africa's green industrialisation as part of efforts to secure a sustainable future for the continent.

She also reaffirmed Ghana's commitment to advancing Africa's common position on climate justice, climate finance and sustainable development.

The Minister reiterated Ghana's support for the African Group of Negotiators, emphasising the importance of African countries speaking with one united voice in international climate negotiations.

She maintained that Africa must secure concrete commitments and tangible outcomes from global climate discussions rather than leave negotiating tables with promises that are not fulfilled.

Her remarks form part of Ghana's broader push for equitable climate financing and greater recognition of Africa's needs in global efforts to address climate change.