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Across Africa, hundreds of young innovators are coding the continent’s climate-positive future. Through the AfCEN–CHAI Hackathon, participants, mentors, and judges share their journeys, from ideation to impact, showcasing how artificial intelligence, data, and local ingenuity can transform how Africa tackles energy, agriculture, and sustainability challenges.
These stories capture the passion, creativity, and collaboration driving AfCEN’s mission to make Africa the global hub for climate and energy innovation. Watch the videos below to hear the voices shaping Africa’s next generation of solutions.
From Pilots to Platforms: What Must Become Real After the Global Gateway Forum. “By Joseph Nganga, CEO- Africa Climate and Energy Nexus (AfCEN).” The recent Global Gateway Forum in Brussels
Convening Africa’s AI and Innovation Ecosystem for a Climate-Positive Future. Africa’s Moment for AI and Climate Innovation In an era where climate change is reshaping development trajectories globally, Africa stands
When Technology Disrupts: How AI Is Re-wiring Energy and Climate Solutions. For decades, project development in Africa’s energy sector has been defined by one word: delay. Power purchase agreements (PPAs)
Africa Climate Summit 2 Concluded with High Ambition — AfCEN Showcases Africa’s Ingenuity. Addis Ababa, Ethiopia — September 2025 The Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2), hosted by the Government of
From Tradition to Transformation: Scaling Clean Cooking for Africa’s Future. Across Africa, the simple act of preparing a meal can be a silent killer. The reliance on three-stone fires, charcoal,
Why Ethiopian Bitcoin Mining is Smart Economics – Turning Surplus Power into Digital Gold. “By Joseph Nganga, CEO, Africa Climate & Energy Nexus (AfCEN).” Imagine a bakery that bakes more
Significant progress has been made addressing climate and energy priorities in Africa since the inaugural Africa Climate Summit in 2023. This section summarises highlights of progress made, and priorities to consider going forwards.
A comprehensive review of the ACS1 outcomes—tracking commitments from governments, private sector, and partners, and assessing Africa’s progress toward climate resilience, renewable energy, and sustainable growth; available in full to guide action and accountability...
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