Accelerating Global Climate Solutions: Financing for Africa's resilient and Green Development.
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Ethiopia, the Land of Origins, in collaboration with the African Union, is deeply honored to welcome you to the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2), taking place from September 8–10, 2025. This landmark gathering offers a vital opportunity to redefine Africa’s aspirations for a climate-resilient and prosperous future.
Guided by Agenda 2063: The Africa We Want and rooted in the principles of multilateralism, ACS2 will highlight proven Africa-led climate solutions and the continent’s bold efforts to re-green its landscapes—laying the groundwork to effectively address the impacts of climate change and greener development. With African leadership at the forefront, we can shape fair, practical, and global climate actions. Together, we strive to foster a harmonized, interconnected, united, climate-resilient, prosperous, and greener Africa. We once again look forward to warmly welcoming you to Addis Ababa.
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📍 Addis International Convention Center (AICC), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Fellow Africans, Global Partners, and Champions of Our Planet.
On behalf of the African Union Commission, I extend a profound welcome to all delegates to the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2) that AUC is convening, hosted in Addis Ababa from 8–10 September 2025, by the Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and under the visionary leadership of H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed.
This Summit marks a decisive moment for Africa to unite in pursuit of climate justice, resilient development, and a sustainable future for generations to come- directly advancing our continental blueprint, Agenda 2063: "The Africa We Want."
The inaugural Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi (2023) amplified Africa’s collective voice on the global stage. Building on this momentum, ACS2, with its theme “Accelerating Global Climate Solutions and Financing for Africa’s Resilient and Green Development,” should promote the initiatives from the previous Summit. Addressing Africa’s climate finance gap is essential, as it impedes our development efforts amid pressing challenges.
As the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, I invite you to join us in Addis Ababa to build our continent and pave the way to COP30. We aim to demonstrate Africa's technological solutions, where ecology and nature-based solutions drive the economy, and resilience becomes our legacy.
Together, we will ensure ACS2 delivers more than declarations: It will catalyze investments, policies, and hope.
Traveling to Ethiopia for the Africa Climate Summit 2 (ACS2). Enjoy a special 20% discount on your airfare with Ethiopian Airlines — our official travel partner for ACS2.
Historically, Ethiopia has stood as a powerful symbol of unity, resilience, and ambition—rooted in Pan-Africanism, a steadfast commitment to multilateralism, and an active role in Africa’s climate journey. As the diplomatic capital of the continent and a second home to all Africans, Ethiopia offers a unique platform for convening diverse global voices around a shared climate vision.
Driven by a deep-rooted commitment to green growth, Ethiopia has consistently led by example—pioneering initiatives such as the Nature-Based Solutions through its Green Legacy program, making significant investments in renewable energy, promoting regional energy integration, and emerging as a continental leader in e-mobility and sustainable development.
Addis Ababa, the vibrant, high-altitude capital, offers not only favorable environmental conditions but also the political will and institutional readiness to advance practical and scalable climate solutions.
Ethiopia’s enduring legacy of independence and innovation, combined with its proven track record in delivering climate solutions across Africa, makes it the ideal host for this landmark climate summit.
The African Union (AU) is a continental body of 55 African countries, established in 2002 as the successor to the Organisation of African Unity. Its secretariat, the African Union Commission (AUC), is based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and leads the implementation of AU policies and programmes.
The AU’s Agenda 2063 – The Africa We Want is a strategic framework for inclusive and sustainable development, reflecting Africa’s vision for unity, self-reliance, and prosperity under the ideals of Pan-Africanism and the African Renaissance.
Located in the heart of Addis Ababa, the Addis International Convention Center is a premier venue for high-level conferences, summits, and international gatherings. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, spacious meeting halls, and modern amenities, the center offers an ideal environment for collaboration and innovation. Its central location ensures easy access from major hotels and transport hubs, making it a convenient and prestigious choice for global events in Ethiopia.
The ACS2 builds on the momentum of ACS1 and will convene African leaders, global climate leaders, global and regional financiers, private sectors and climate experts to advance Africa’s leadership in climate action.
Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) Nairobi, Kenya – September 4-6, 2023
The Summit convened African leaders, global financiers, and climate experts to advance Africa’s leadership in climate action. Key achievements included the launch of the African Climate Momentum initiative, the mobilization of over $20 billion in pledges for green growth and climate adaptation, and the adoption of the Nairobi Declaration, which calls for increased investment in Africa’s renewable energy and carbon markets, among other priorities.
Addis International Convention Center (AICC) , Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – September 8-10, 2025
This Summit is a pivotal moment for Africa to reshape its role in the global climate finance landscape - not only for the continent but for the globe as well. The Summit provides an opportunity for an African Leaders Addis Ababa Declaration on Accelerating Global Climate Solutions: Financing for Africa’s Resilient and Green Development.
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From 1–6 September 2025, Addis Ababa will host the second UNFCCC Climate Week (CW2) at the Addis International Convention Center. CW2 will bring together governments, experts, financiers, civil society, and youth to accelerate climate action. At its core is the Implementation Forum, focused on practical dialogue to remove barriers, scale solutions, and deliver measurable outcomes—particularly on adaptation, just transitions, and unlocking finance through mechanisms like Article 6 of the Paris Agreement.
CW2 will also build momentum for the Africa Climate Summit 2 (ACS2), taking place the following week in Addis Ababa.
Join the exclusive ACS2 City Tour for delegates! Discover Addis’ bold climate action, vibrant culture, and rich history.
