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Africa Unveils Landmark Framework for a Just and Equitable Climate Transition.

    May 28, Nairobi, Kenya

In a historic move to redefine the continent’s approach to climate action, the Just Transition Platform (JTP) launched its Principles for a Just and Equitable Transition today in Nairobi, Kenya. The framework, developed over three years through collaboration among African policymakers, researchers, and civil society, challenges global one-size-fits-all climate solutions and instead prioritizes African sovereignty, economic justice, and inclusivity.  

The launch event, held at the Sarova Panafric Hotel, brought together key voices from across the continent to address the urgent need for a transition that safeguards vulnerable communities and workers. Dr. Pamela Levira of the African Union underscored the importance of centering Africa’s unique realities, stating, "This framework rejects extractive models and ensures that women, youth, and informal workers, those most affected by climate change, are at the heart of our policies."  

The principles provide sector-specific guidance, advocating for energy justice and sustainable sovereignty in Africa’s shift to renewables, robust labor protections to counter climate-driven disruptions, and agricultural reforms to support smallholder farmers. A standout focus is gender equity, with explicit calls to recognize unpaid care work and elevate women’s leadership in transition planning.  

The timing is critical. Africa, responsible for less than 4% of global emissions, faces disproportionate climate impacts, from deadly heat stress threatening workers to droughts destabilizing food systems. The JTP’s framework responds with six bold demands: African-led solutions over external mandates like Net Zero; economic justice to transform livelihoods; dismantling systemic barriers like corruption and gender inequality; resource sovereignty to halt profit extraction; investments in climate education; and financial reforms to ensure funding reaches communities, not elites.  

As nations prepare updated climate pledges under the Paris Agreement, the JTP urges African leaders to embed these principles into binding policies. "This isn’t just about reducing emissions, it’s about rewriting the rules to protect people, not profits," said Kingsley Ofei-Nkansah of GD Resource Center. With its launch, the framework sets a new standard for climate action, one rooted in justice and equity for Africa’s future.  

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