African climate negotiators warn against debt-driven energy transition ahead of COP31
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The African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change warns that the transition from fossil fuels is not just if developing nations must take on unsustainable debt. Sovereign debt is currently limiting the ability of African governments to invest in renewable energy and public services. This is despite the continent's low contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions. The warning was issued before COP31, which will be held in Antalya, Türkiye, from November 9 to 20, 2026.
The African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change (AGN) has warned that the global transition away from fossil fuels cannot be considered just if developing countries are forced to take on unsustainable debt to finance climate action. The group says mounting sovereign debt obligations are limiting the ability of African governments to invest in renewable energy, strengthen climate resilience and provide essential public services, despite the continent's relatively low contribution to global greenhouse gas emissions. The warning comes ahead of the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31), scheduled to take place in Antalya, Türkiye, from November 9 to 20, 2026.
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