FAQs about the 2nd africa climate summit

About the Summit

A major climate summit on climate change held every two years hosted by Africa Union Member States under the auspice of Africa Union Commission (AUC).

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – 8-10 Sep 2025 at Addis International Convention Center (AICC)Map. Programmes of the three dates is being shared via the official ACS2 site.

African Heads of State and Government, global leaders, development partners, civil society representatives, private sectors, researchers, climate champions, academia, etc.

Participation & Logistics

Advised first to register online through the ACS2 official website. Please check Ethiopia's visa policy. VisitHere and Here for more info.

Information on recommended hotels will be shared soon through the ACS2 official website.

Shuttle services will be available in the designated terminals. Shuttle buses for visiting a few wonders of Addis Ababa will also be available.

Themes & Focus

“Accelerating Global Climate Solutions: Financing for Africa's resilient and Green Development.”

Yes, non-state actors-led forums and side events are a core part of ACS2. Advised to be connected with the “CSOs and Inclusively Committee” of the ACS2.

Africa-led climate solutions through Nature based solutions, Agriculture, Energy, Finance, Technology, adaptation and resilience, transport, cities and infrastructure, climate governance, and more.

Partnerships & Media

Partnership tiers are listed under the Partners link in the navigation bar, and to host, follow the “register for event” link in the navigation bar.

National and international media will cover the summit pre-, live and post-event.

Yes, media registration and accreditation details will be shared online.