PACJA

Who is The Pan-African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA)? We are a coalition of over 2,000 organizations from 54 African nations! We aim to address climate and environmental challenges through a people-centered, rights-based approach. From grassroots movements to policy & advocacy, PACJA brings together communities including smallholder farmers, indigenous peoples, pastoralists, and women on the frontlines of the climate crisis. Currently, PACJA is implementing a variety of projects that traverse direct programming, policy and advocacy, sub-granting and capacity building, mainly focusing on the most vulnerable groups which are “unreachable” in traditional development paradigms lead and co-lead key projects like African Activists on Climate Justice (AACJ),@aacjinaction Galvanizing and Unifying Africa's Action for Resilient Development ( GUARD AFRICA), Strengthening Civil Society for a Just and Sustainable Urbanization (SCEJU) and initiatives such as The Nairobi Summer School on Climate Justice (NSSCJ). @Summer_School1 , African Climate Change, Environmental Report Awards (ACCER) Tutegrated African Coalition for Sustainable Energy and Access @acsea_54 @cjifa_ pacja.org/initiatives/ With support from @DutchMFA , @Sida , the European Union @EU_Commission, Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation @gatesfoundation, only to mention but a few we work across Africa to amplify the voices of the most vulnerable and influence global policy through our Designated National Platforms; pacja.org/our-national-p… Watch the video below and learn how we’re driving climate justice across the continent! 📽️ bit.ly/4eqUSz2 Subscribe to our channel too➡️ #ClimateJustice #AfricaWeWant #PACJA #EnergyAccess #ParisAgreement #Agenda2030 #ClimateAction

PACJA Road to COP31–32 | Webinar Series | Webinar 5 What does a Just Transition mean for Africa amid ongoing energy poverty? Join the conversation on the political economy of energy transitions and the realities of phasing out fossil fuels. 📅 April 14, 2026 ⏰ 11:00–13:00 EAT 🔗 Register here: shorturl.at/95XZR #JustTransition #EnergyAccess #ClimateAction

At #AUF2 in Nairobi, the NGOs Forum on Sustainable Urban Development convened voices from across Africa and the Global South to reimagine the future of our cities. Representing PACJA, our Head of Policy, Advocacy, and Communications, Philip Kilonzo underscored a critical message: There is no sustainable urbanization without climate resilience and justice. As climate impacts intensify floods, heatwaves, and inequality, our cities are becoming the frontline of the crisis. He called for: Stronger #SouthSouth cooperation to co-create local solutions Inclusive, people-centered & climate-resilient urban planning Meaningful inclusion of CSOs in decision-making Accessible climate finance for vulnerable urban communities. From #AUF2 to #WUF13, the Global South must move beyond participation to agenda-setting and collective leadership. #ClimateJustice #SustainableCities #Africa #UrbanDevelopment

Find the report on the recently concluded HBCU Climate Change Conference i attended alongside our #NSSCJ alumnus Zamzam (18–21 March 2026) for key highlights and outcomes. dscej.org/wp-content/upl…

What must change for Africa’s climate action to truly protect lives, rights, and futures? From Friday Phiri (Health Cluster): “We don’t want to end at declaration… we need it embedded in real implementation.” He stressed that climate and health must move beyond recognition to actionable priorities, including financing, adaptation support, and pushing for a stand-alone climate & health agenda in global processes. From Wycliffe Amakobe (Human Rights Cluster): “If rights are not explicitly embedded, justice risks becoming rhetorical.” He warned that without clear accountability and redress mechanisms, communities could face harm from climate projects, highlighting the need to anchor human rights in implementation, not just language. From Malama Mwlila (Children’s Cluster): “It would be a grave injustice if we have this conversation without children.” He emphasized that children who make up a large share of Africa’s population, must be included in decision-making, with focus on resilience, education, and safeguarding their future. The message is clear: climate action must be people-centered, rights-based, and future-focused. #ClimateJustice #AddisAbabaDeclaration #AfricaClimateSummit2 #RoadtoCOP31

What will it take to make climate action truly inclusive and impactful in Africa? From Juliet Luo (Women & Gender Cluster ACS2): “We want to see that gender is strengthened within the outcomes and decisions.” She stressed that progress would depend on strong gender integration, clear accountability, and adequate financing, noting that without resources and measurable indicators, even strong frameworks risk falling short in implementation. From Jodahi Petros @JodahiP (Youth Representative, Africa Youth Climate Assembly): “The Africa Climate Summit created momentum for young people to engage across sectors.” He highlighted how youth are increasingly shaping the climate agenda, but emphasized the need to sustain that momentum through deeper inclusion, innovation, and recognition of youth priorities in implementation Real impact will depend on who is included and how effectively they are empowered to act. #ClimateJustice #AddisAbabaDeclaration #AfricaClimateSummit2 #RoadtoCOP31

Who should pay for climate action, and who ensures it delivers? These questions sit at the heart of the Addis Ababa Declaration-from climate finance justice to accountable implementation. From Sadiki Lotha Laiser (African Union Commission): “Climate finance is not a charity to Africa. It is an obligation.” He emphasized the need for fair, grant-based and accessible climate finance, echoing the Declaration’s call for reformed global financial systems that support Africa without deepening debt burdens. From Yonas Gebru (Coordinator, Consortium for Climate Change Ethiopia): “The declaration is not the final goal; the important thing is the implementation.” He highlighted the central role of non-state actors, reinforcing the Declaration’s vision of inclusive, coordinated action to turn commitments into real impact. #ClimateJustice #AddisAbabaDeclaration #AfricaClimateSummit2 #RoadtoCOP31

Our fourth webinar on the analysis of Addis Ababa Declaration has just concluded; thank you to everyone who joined! Special thanks to Philip Kilonzo @Philkilonzo for expertly moderating and setting the stage, challenging us to rethink whether Africa is truly ready to move from commitments to implementation. A key highlight from Eugene Nforngwa: “Without strong implementation… commitments will remain aspirational rather than transformational.” @Eugene_Nforngwa emphasized that while the Declaration sets bold targets on climate finance, energy transition, and resilience, the real test lies in execution. He stressed that the focus must now shift to action, turning ambition into concrete results through accountability, coordination, and inclusive participation across all actors The message is clear: the future of Africa’s climate agenda depends not on what is said, but on what is done. #ClimateJustice #AddisAbabaDeclaration #AfricaClimateSummit2 #RoadtoCop31

What will it take to turn Africa’s climate commitments into real impact? Join us shortly for our 4-part webinar series on the Addis Ababa Declaration, a space to unpack commitments, examine key gaps, and co-create practical solutions for Africa’s climate future. Be part of the conversation shaping Africa’s voice ahead of COP31–32. 📅 Tuesday, April 07, 2026 ⏰ 11:00 – 13:00 EAT 🔗 Register here: shorturl.at/UMeT9 Don’t miss this conversation as leading experts unpack the Addis Ababa Declaration exploring its key opportunities, gaps, and actionable solutions. #ClimateJustice #AfricaClimateSummit2 #AddisAbabaDeclaration #COP31 #COP32

Africa is facing rising climate losses from floods to droughts, and the need for #LossAndDamage finance is urgent. At the 5th Africa Regional Conference in Malawi, stakeholders called for justice, funding, and action. 🔗 Read more: shorturl.at/LZE7S #ClimateJustice #LDC2026 #ClimateFinance

Key takeaways 👇 🔹 Climate justice + economic justice are inseparable in driving real reform 🔹 Africa must strengthen its voice across global platforms (COP, G20, AU) 🔹 Coordinated Pan-African action is critical to avoid silos and amplify impact 🔹 Loss & Damage mechanisms must deliver real support to frontline communities 🔹 Finance reforms must prioritize equity, debt justice & fair access 🔹 Momentum from global commitments must translate into implementation & accountability The call is clear: from commitments to action, from fragmentation to unity. #ClimateFinance #LossAndDamage #COP31 #JustTransition #AfricaRising

The #RoadToCOP31-32 webinar series continues! 🌍 Today, PACJA convened leaders and partners to explore how Africa can accelerate climate & economic justice reforms in an evolving geopolitical landscape. Building on: ✔️ COP30 outcomes & global finance debates ✔️ Recalibrating adaptation priorities amid rising commercialization ✔️ Progress on Loss & Damage following Malawi engagements A key reflection: fragmented efforts will not deliver results, Africa must align, mobilize, and negotiate as one. #ClimateJustice #Africa #ClimateAction #GlobalSouth

Curious about how global financial reform can drive real climate justice? Want to understand what commitments from Seville, the G20, ACS-2, and COP30 mean for Africa? Join us today for the Road to COP31–32 Webinar and be part of the conversation shaping the future. 🗓 Today, Tuesday, 31 March 2026 ⏰ 11:00 – 13:00 EAT Don’t miss this important conversation bringing together key voices on climate justice and global financial reform. 🔗Join here: shorturl.at/toV5Z #RoadToCOP31 #ClimateJustice #GlobalFinance #COP30 #AfricaClimateAction

Today in Accra 🇬🇭, a three-day strategy meeting has commenced, bringing together UNFCCC National Focal Points, African Lead Coordinators & partners to consolidate and strengthen the African Group of Negotiators (AGN) common position ahead of #COP31 and #COP32. Geared towards reinforcing the AGN, this convening is critical to sharpen Africa’s priorities, align strategy, and strengthen coordination across the continent’s negotiation structure, especially as Africa prepares to host #COP32. It also provides a platform to engage partners on technical, political & financial support for Africa’s climate agenda. #PACJA #ClimateJustice #AGN #UNFCCC #AfricaRising

Our journey continues! 🌍 Join us for our 3rd Webinar on: “Accelerating the Reform Agenda – Exploring pathways for implementing commitments emerging from Seville, the G20, ACS-2, and COP30, with a focus on global financial reform and climate justice.” 🗓 Tuesday, 31 March 2026 ⏰ 11:00 – 13:00 EAT Be part of the conversation shaping climate justice and financial reform. 🔗 Register here: shorturl.at/TmaYF #ClimateJustice #GlobalFinance #COP30 #NSAWebinar #AfricaClimateAction

PACJA NOMINATED FOR DIAR AWARDS 2026🎉 The Pan African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA) has been once again nominated in the 8th Edition of the Diversity and Inclusion (DIAR) Awards 2026, as top 100 organization, recognizing its exemplary commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity across its programs, partnerships, and institutional leadership in Kenya and across the African continent. During the awards ceremony at the Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) on 27th March 2026, PACJA emerged position 9 among the top 100 organizations championing diversity and inclusion in Kenya. Safaricom secured position 1, followed by the Anti-Female Genital Mutilation Board in position 2 and Kenya Electricity Generating Company in position 3. The awards were organized by Daima Trust, bringing together leading institutions and stakeholders committed to advancing diversity, inclusion, and equity in Kenya’s corporate and civil society spaces. PACJA’s work is anchored on key strategic pillars including policy influence, public engagement and mobilization, research and innovation, resilience building and green growth, as well as strengthening accountability mechanisms that hold office bearers responsible to communities and climate justice commitments. The recognition also reflects PACJA’s commitment to gender equality and inclusive leadership. Under the leadership of Dr. Mithika Mwenda @mithika_mwenda, the organization continues to uphold the two-thirds gender rule across its operations in Kenya and throughout the continent. #DIARAwards2026 #ClimateJustice #Inclusion #Equity

Day 3 is here! The 5th African Regional Conference on Loss and Damage is wrapping up today in Lilongwe, and the focus now shifts to commitments, action, and the roadmap ahead. Join the conversation as leaders, experts, and communities come together to shape Africa’s path on #LossAndDamage ahead of COP31 and beyond. Your voice matters in driving equitable and just climate solutions. Register and Join: shorturl.at/0Hxpy Be part of the final discussions. Be part of the change. #LossAndDamage #ClimateJustice #AfricaClimate #LDC2026 #COP31 #ClimateFinance #AfricanVoices

Day 2 is underway at the 5th African Regional Conference on Loss & Damage in Lilongwe🇲🇼 As conversations deepen on advancing sustainable, equitable, and just financing for Loss & Damage in Africa, your voice matters in shaping the path forward. Register and join to be part of the dialogue: shorturl.at/RdTY6 #LossAndDamage #ClimateJustice #AfricaClimate #LDCConference26

“Mainstreaming Loss and Damage into existing frameworks risks diluting its urgency. A standalone approach ensures focus and prioritization.” — Melton Luhanga @MeltonLuha1964 , Executive Director, CARD At the 5th African Regional Conference on Loss & Damage, the call is clear: elevate Loss & Damage as a distinct priority to drive real action and accountability. #LossAndDamage #ClimateJustice #AfricaClimate #LDCConference26

“You can never donate solutions.” At the 5th Africa Regional Conference on Loss & Damage, Victor Mughogho @vmughogho highlights the power of community-led approaches in tackling climate impacts. Financing mechanisms like Community Disaster Funds are enabling communities to design solutions rooted in their lived realities, because they understand the risks better than anyone else. Real climate action starts from the ground up. #LossAndDamage #ClimateJustice #AfricaClimateAction #CommunityLed #LDC2026