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Rokiatou Traoré is a young woman from Mali, passionate about projects with positive economic, social and environmental impacts.

In a historic move, sahelian countries have adopted a landmark declaration, committing to bolstering climate security.

Located on the borders between the West African countries of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger is the landlocked region of Liptako-Gourma.

Also focusing on the sustainable management of natural resources, the project will help Mali realize its climate goals.
UNDP-supported initiatives are linking environmental protection, inclusion, economic opportunities and peace in a region ravaged by climate change.
Increasing climate resilience, enhancing social cohesion, and creating income and economic opportunities
29 countries in the Africa region submitted more ambitious climate pledges in 2021 with support from Climate Promise.
UNDP’s Sahel Offer – A Regeneration – is a $3.6 billion programme, which focuses on three main areas Governance, Energy and Youth, which are the…
At UNDP, based on our comparative advantages, we offer to focus on three key development catalysts – Governance, Renewable Energy and Youth, to…
Africa is at a crossroads. The multiplying challenges of the climate crisis, conflict and COVID-19 have put more and more people at risk.
Through our experience working with countries, here are 7 key lessons on adaptation, and how we are applying them as part of our Climate Promise.