This event allowed people to know and better understand the different economic and energy needs of Africa and also explored the issues related to global warming and its negative effects.
A secure supply of reliable energy services at affordable prices is vital for the economic development of Africa. Sub-Saharan Africa has 13% of the world population, 37% live in urban communities and yet only 32.5% have access to electricity. Africa is a continent rich in energy resources – renewable energy sources and fossil fuels. However, the vast majority of this potential is untapped due to an underdeveloped energy production system and often non-existent network.
The event helped forge a partnership to deliver a strong COP21 outcome that will ensure support to vulnerable communities in Africa. For Africa, climate change is a key challenge that has implications for food security, the availability and accessibility of water, biodiversity, pollution, poor air quality.
