More than 40 heads of state participated alongside their Ethiopian counterpart, Prime Minister H.E. Abiy Ahmed Ali.

Addis Ababa, September 9, 2025 — Ethiopia is asserting itself as a key player in African climate diplomacy. This week has been marked by two major events that resonate as strategic successes: the inauguration of the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on September 7, and the opening of the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2), held from September 8 to 10 at the Addis Ababa International Convention Center (AICC).

The GERD, a flagship project of Ethiopia’s energy independence, embodies a pan-African vision of sustainable development. It symbolizes the continent’s ability to design and implement large-scale green infrastructure while strengthening regional cooperation.

During the opening of ACS2, H.E. Abiy Ahmed Ali (Ph.D), Prime Minister of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, delivered a powerful keynote address:

“Ethiopia’s Green Legacy has cooled our land and restored our soil; the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam powers a clean, shared future and drives Pan-African regional integration for a greener tomorrow. As COP30 approaches, Africa must stand not as a bloc of negotiators but as a continent of solutions. We call for real investment, not charity, and proudly present Ethiopia’s bid to host COP32 in 2027.”

The Prime Minister also proposed the creation of the Africa Climate Innovation Compact, aiming to train 1,000 innovators by 2030, financed and led by Africans in partnership with international stakeholders.

Under the theme “Accelerating Global Climate Solutions: Financing Africa’s Resilient and Green Development,” the summit brought together over 40 heads of state, leaders of international organizations, business executives, researchers, and innovators. This exceptional mobilization reflects the continent’s determination to position itself as a driving force for global climate solutions.

✍️ By: Charilogone Editorial Team

More than 40 heads of state participated alongside their Ethiopian counterpart, Prime Minister H.E. Abiy Ahmed Ali.
A cultural activity initiated by young Ethiopian girls describing the importance of environmental protection.
More than 40 heads of state participated alongside their Ethiopian counterpart, Prime Minister H.E. Abiy Ahmed Ali.
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