Amy Giliam Thorp

I, and the entire Power Shift Africa community, join fellow Kenyans and the world in mourning the passing of Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, a statesman and pan-Africanist whose vision and courage transcended politics. 1/8

Hunger falls globally, but rises in Africa and Western Asia – UN report The latest State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World report reveals a worrying trend: while global hunger is slowly declining, it is increasing in parts of Africa and Western Asia. 🔹 In Africa, over 20% of the population, around 307 million people, faced hunger in 2024. 🔹 In Western Asia, about 12.7% of people, more than 39 million, were affected. The graphic highlights food insecurity in selected East African countries Read more: bit.ly/46yDeqi

Yesterday, on the final day of the Africa Climate Summit 2 in Addis Ababa, Power Shift Africa and partners hosted a session on Just Transition for Adaptation, exploring how Africa can respond to the climate crisis while advancing justice, sovereignty, and resilience. Amy Giliam Thorp – Power Shift Africa said: “Adaptation isn’t plucked away from issues such as colonial legacy, knowledge hierarchy, debt stress, land tenure and many more. Socio-economic and political deprivations undermine adaptation and, in some instances, result in maladaptation. Adaptation sovereignty is key and centres on community priorities and social needs. Knowledge justice should drive adaptation. It puts knowledge generated from African settings at par with those of other regions, thus recognising the unique abilities of locals to self-generate ideas on how best to adapt. Adaptation justice requires recognition of historical traps and systems that undermine the capacity of locals to thrive. Adaptation isn’t just technical but also political, it must address not only climate needs but also embedded systems that brought us to the current vulnerability situation.” Edith Santyian – Nalala Tree Foundation shared from community lived experience: “The indigenous people contribute effectively to adaptation, but are neglected in funding for adaptation. Indigenous communities have been adversely impacted by land controls over territories that previously belonged to them. Policy and research should account for the needs of the indigenous people. The inclusivity element must be mainstreamed in policy.” Sahele Fekede – African Climate Foundation (ACF) explained: “While adaptation is an imperative for survival in Africa, intervention areas often come out as being too risky, thus private investors shy away. They often need securitisation and guarantees. African governments need to create clean and green jobs that foster justice for different groups. Mitigation investments tend to have clear input-output that attracts the private sector. NAPs and other adaptation policies lack a business case. Governments need to design NAPs in a way that makes a clear business case for investors to come in.” Dr. Annette Windmeisser – Head of Climate, noted: “Over 50% of funds from the German government are tagged for mitigation. Adaptation projects such as JET-Ps embody a lot of adaptation elements that can be escalated to build community resilience.” #AfricaClimateSummit2 #JustTransitionForAdaptation

#Adapt2Live Indigenous knowledge matters in #ClimateAdaptation because it is rooted in centuries of lived experience, guiding communities to manage land, water & ecosystems sustainably. Blending tradition with science builds true climate resilience. #Adapt2Live #GIFSEP #ACS2

As the #AfricaClimateSummit kicks off in #AddisAbaba #Ethiopia. Africa need a strong, unified position on #ClimateAdaptation & Adaptation financing. Adaptation first, everything else follows. #Agenda2063 and the #SDGs depends on it. #Adapt2Live #ACS2 @PowerShftAfrica #GIFSEP

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Adaptation without finance is not attainable. Africa needs $387 billion per year by 2030, but most climate finance comes as loans, not grants. We’re drowning in debt while facing rising seas. Amy Giliam Thorp (.@aimstarryn ) breaks down what happened at SB62 and explains why strong finance indicators are essential for the GGA to work. Read the piece 👉🏾 bit.ly/3U7U0GQ

Happening Now at #SB62 Protests at the Bonn climate talks as delegates call for Indigenous rights to be respected in the push for a just transition. They warn that communities are being distracted by fake promises and actions and urge those in attendance to demand more than just dialogues and reports from the climate negotiations.

Our Land is Not For Sale By selling carbon credits, Africa effectively licenses global polluters to continue business as usual. Our 🌳Forests, 🪷Wetlands, and 🧑🏿‍🤝‍🧑🏽Indigenous lands become carbon currency, traded, bought, and sold with minimal community benefit. Read more → bit.ly/4e2yKeS

SPOTTED AT BONN: Patience Agyekum of @SyndGhana Here for her first SB, Patience is tracking the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA) & National Adaptation Plans (NPA). Her hope for Bonn? “I hope to see significant progress on the UAE–Belém Work Programme, especially in developing indicators for the GGA. It's critical that these indicators track the means of implementation - including finance, technology transfer, and capacity building - to ensure real support for vulnerable countries.” Her vision for Africa? "A resilient continent where communities are empowered to manage their natural resources and live in shared prosperity and dignity.” #SB62

🎥 Video Explainer: Delays at Bonn explained Talks at the Bonn Climate Conference have started slowly but that doesn’t mean progress isn’t happening. In this video, Bertha Argueta of @Germanwatch and @Saada_Sala of @PowerShftAfrica share their insights on what’s happening on the ground. As Day 3 begins, hopes remain high for progress. #SB62

Yesterday at @ClimateReality's Nairobi Training Tour, I challenged the world to see Africa not just as a victim of climate change, but as a powerhouse of solutions. Our untapped renewable energy potential is 50 times greater than the world's projected electricity demand by 2040. And, every month, 4 million young Africans join the workforce. With the right investment, this generation can drive the world's green transformation. Inspiring innovators like Mercy Kyalo, Co-Founder and Ceo @Feionventures, and the 3,000+ startups supported by @KenyaCIC are already proving what's possible. What's more, Africa's leaders have endorsed "climate positive growth"—achieving economic development through climate action, not despite it. The choice for a liveable future is ours to make through how we invest, partner, and collaborate.

Did you know that Maasai herding traditions preserve biodiversity and sustain drylands? Carbon offset projects are forcing them to stop moving around while grazing their cattle, breaking centuries of ecological wisdom. Carbon offset projects are displacing the Maasai from their ancestral lands. The result? 🚫 Maasai communities pushed out 🚫 Grazing routes blocked 🚫 Culture and survival at risk Read more on this report by .@Misereor bit.ly/43CMbgJ

To most people, climate adaptation is often difficult to comprehend. But is it? In this video, PSA's @K_Mokgonyana talks about the need to bring adaptation closer to the people, by humanising the conversation. #Adapt2Live

COP30 isn’t just a climate summit—it’s a showdown. Vested interests are blocking real solutions. We need climate policy that delivers for people, not profit. It’s time to build power and push back. theguardian.com/environment/20… #JustTransition #ClimateJustice #COP30 #PeoplePower

It’s not just about what’s grown in the field, but what ends up on the plate💡 A new data-driven initiative in Ahero, Kisumu County, Kenya highlights the potential of Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture to enhance climate resilience, food security, and nutrition. standardmedia.co.ke/smart-harvest/…

#AfDBAM2025 kicking off today must focus on policy frameworks, partnerships, and investment strategies that can drive scaled up mobilisation of concessional finance for Africa’s urgent Climate Adaptation and Resilience needs, while fully reflecting its developmental aspiration🎉

Global Biodiversity is a crucial part of our life support systems.  We must therefore restore harmony with nature, we must first restore our sense of belonging to it because protecting biodiversity is not just about nature. It is about our own survival. Read More @WRIafrica

Do you know the power that is in your African name? This #AfricaDay2025, we're paying homage to our lineage through our African names. If your name is Wambua, Matinta, or Mvelo, know that you have been called to power! Our names carry stories of resilience. They root us in the land and remind us that we are stewards of it. This Africa Day, say your name with pride! What power lies in your name? Drop it in the comments and tell us what it means to you.

Biodiversity provides the food we eat, the water we drink, the protection we need, and much more. Ahead of #BiodiversityDay, we join @UNBiodiversity call for urgent action to halt & reverse nature loss through the Global Biodiversity Framework cbd.int/biodiversity-d…