At the 20th ordinary session of AMCEN, African leaders, Environment Ministers, and global partners adopted a high-level political declaration aimed at promoting a sustainable, fair, and environmentally resilient Africa.
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#AMCENat40 is a celebration of Africa’s achievements in elevating environmental sustainability as a top policy priority.
We at @unbiodiversity.bsky.social applaud #AMCEN's leadership in🌍efforts to tackle biodiversity loss and climate change, protect land and curb pollution.
Thank you.
Delegates at #AMCEN20 welcomed the #AMCENat40 legacy report, while reaffirming their commitment to protect #Africa's natural heritage
"Although the road from Cairo to Nairobi has been remarkable for AMCEN, the best is yet to come,” said one delegate
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At #AMCENat40, UNEP ED Inger Andersen highlighted four decades of African leadership on the environment, from the Bamako Convention to the Great Green Wall, and called for a united path forward toward green growth and equity
At #AMCENat40, UNEP ED @ingerandersen.bsky.social highlighted four decades of African leadership on the environment, from the Bamako Convention to the Great Green Wall, and called for a united path forward toward green growth and equity
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Africa is taking charge of its own environmental and climate destiny.
As leaders gather in Nairobi for #AMCENat40, now is the time to celebrate past achievements & focus on charting a new course for Africa to safeguard natural capital, secure green growth and new jobs.
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The UN Office in Nairobi welcomed African leaders this week, including Kenya’s President Ruto, environment ministers, & others who gathered at #AMCENat40 to advance regional priorities on climate, nature, finance, addressing waste, & resilience.
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Poster with a scenic image of green mountains at sunset and cloud-filled sky. White text reads: ‘Four Decades of Environmental Action in Africa – Reflecting on the past and Imagining the future.’ Event details below: ‘12–18 July 2025, United Nations Complex UN Avenue, Gigiri, Nairobi, Kenya.’ Logos of AMCEN@40, UN Environment Programme, African Union, and African Ministerial Conference on the Environment appear at the top and bottom. A colorful decorative pattern lines the bottom edge.
This week, African environmental ministers are gathering in Nairobi to reflect on #AMCENat40 achievements and envision a sustainable future for people and the planet.
Here is all you need to know about its 20th session: www.unep.org/events/unep-...
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Celebrating 40 years of working across the African continent for people & planet.
From forging common positions in 🌍 negotiations to championing circularity & clean energy, AMCEN's impact is undeniable.
UNEP's Elizabeth Mrema spotlights #AMCENat40 achievements: africarenewal.un.org/en/magazine/...
Protected areas are essential for saving biodiversity. The GEF has helped create 160+ protected areas and strengthened management of 480 across 48 African countries. Learn more about the conservation efforts.
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