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December 29, 2021
2021 in Review: African nations step up the climate fight
29 countries in the Africa region submitted more ambitious climate pledges in 2021 with support from Climate Promise.
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Women in Tanzania with their fist in the air
Tanzania substantially increased the ambition of their NDC in 2021. Photo: UNDP Tanzania
Blog Posts
November 12, 2021
For a truly circular economy, we need to listen to indigenous voices
We must ensure that Indigenous peoples are in the driving seat to help turn NDCs into action.
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A farmer works in the Aadhimalai fields within the Niligri Biosphere Reserve in southern India.
A farmer works in the Aadhimalai fields within the Niligri Biosphere Reserve in southern India. Photo: Aadhimalai Pazhangudiyinar Producer Company Limited
Photo Stories
July 27, 2021
African nations are rising to the challenge of the climate crisis, building resilient livelihoods and accelerating action on the Paris Agreement
Africa is at a crossroads. The multiplying challenges of the climate crisis, conflict and COVID-19 have put more and more people at risk.
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A man planting a tree in Chad
Chad sits on the frontlines of the climate crisis. © UNDP