ICLEI, as the focal point for the Local Governments and Municipal Authorities (LGMA) constituency at the climate change COPs, always plays a significant role in promoting the important work that cities are doing to contribute to the amelioration of climate change, and COP23 was no different. COP23 took place from 6-17 November this year in Bonn, … Continued

ICLEI was represented by a dynamic all-women team at the Africities 8 Summit, which took place in Marrakech, Morocco, from 20 to 24 November 2018. ICLEI Africa contributed significantly, convening and participating in a multitude of diverse and exciting sessions, plenaries and events throughout the Summit, which had the following theme: The Transition to Sustainable … Continued

During 2018 ICLEI Africa and partners hosted eight Cities and Regions Talanoa Dialogues in seven African countries. Five key lessons emerged; with two common threads: (1) Coordinated action is essential, and (2) Direct access to climate finance is vital for African cities. ICLEI Africa was privileged to facilitate rich discussions on climate change, the Paris Agreement and … Continued

ICLEI Africa and partners are working with cities and towns across Africa to bring them on board the Covenant of Mayors: Sub-Saharan Africa (CoM SSA) initiative, assisting them in their progress towards sustainable energy access, and actions to mitigate and adapt to climate change. During 2018, at least thirty-two cities have gone through the process of joining … Continued

Gauteng Declaration commits to inclusive metropolitan cities and city-regions The 2018 Metropolis Annual Meeting which took place from 26 to 28 August 2018 in Johannesburg, South Africa, hosted by Gauteng Province, saw the launch of the Gauteng Declaration. The declaration was launched, with the support and commitment from the Metropolis members and representatives from partner organisations ICLEI, … Continued

What kind of knowledge base is required to strengthen the preparedness of the water sector in Africa in the context of climate change in the long run? In this Call for Ideas, AfriAlliance invites stakeholders within and outside of Africa to help shape the AfriAlliance Strategic Research & Innovation Advice for water and climate in … Continued

ICLEI Africa has partnered with the South African Cities Network (SACN) this year to host the 2018 South African Urban Conference, which takes place on 30 and 31 October 2018 in Johannesburg. Other partners include various national government departments, Gauteng provincial government, the South African Local Government Association (SALGA) and the South African Council for … Continued

ICLEI Africa was invited to participate and present at the 2018 Metropolis Annual Meeting which took place from 26 to 28 August 2018 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The event was hosted by the Gauteng Province, which ICLEI recently welcomed as a member. This year’s theme was ‘Inclusive Metropolitan Cities and City-Regions’ and the deliberations were … Continued