Africa’s climate finance rules are growing, but they’re weakly enforced – new research

Most African climate-related financial policies remain voluntary, leaving climate risk as something to consider rather than a firm requirement.

By: Paola D'Orazio, IÉSEG School of Management, The Conversation

Outlets: The Conversation

Published: January 12, 2026

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By Paola D'Orazio, IÉSEG School of Management

Climate change is no longer just about melting ice or hotter summers. It is also a financial problem. Droughts, floods, storms and heatwaves damage crops, factories and infrastructure. At the same time, the global push to cut greenhouse gas emissions creates risks for countries that depend on oil, gas or coal.

These pressures can destabilise entire financial systems, especially in regions already facing economic fragility. …

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