AGESI Welcomes G77 and China’s COP30 Call for Stronger Climate Finance and Just Transitions

The Africa Green Economy and Sustainability Institute (AGESI) has welcomed the closing statement from the G77 and China at the recent COP30 summit. The coalition’s focus on climate finance, adaptation, and just transitions aligns closely with AGESI’s mission to strengthen Africa’s role in the global green economy.

Africa Needs Scaled-Up Climate Finance

AGESI praised the G77 and China for highlighting the urgent need for trillions in new funding for developing countries. The institute noted that this call matches its work to shift global perceptions of Africa—from a continent seen as vulnerable to one full of real investment opportunities.

At the centre of this shift is AGESI’s flagship tool, the Africa Green Opportunity Index (AGOI™).

“Africa is not merely vulnerable, but investible,” AGESI said.
“AGOI™ gives localised, risk-adjusted data that turns perception risk into real opportunity.”

AGOI™ brings together previously scattered information and offers clear guidance across key green growth sectors, including:

Renewable energy
Mineral value addition
Climate-smart agriculture

AGESI believes this level of transparency is exactly what the G77 is calling for—finance delivered at the scale and quality needed for real impact.

Supporting Adaptation and Just Transitions

AGESI also echoed the G77’s concern about the ongoing lack of funding for climate adaptation. The institute urged for:

A stronger Adaptation Fund
Fast action on the promise to triple adaptation finance

The institute also backed the creation of the Just Transitions Mechanism, calling it a major milestone. AGESI stressed the importance of making this mechanism fully operational as soon as possible so African communities can benefit from real, on-the-ground support.

These goals are already reflected in the AGOI™ framework, which focuses on resilience, inclusive growth, and social equity.

Keeping Africa Central in Global Climate Processes

As the world prepares for the second Global Stocktake in 2026, AGESI highlighted the need to embed Africa’s economic potential into the global climate finance system. AGESI also welcomed the successful conclusion of the third WIM Review on Loss and Damage, noting that global solidarity must now translate into actual investment flows for vulnerable communities.

Technology, Transparency, and Investor Confidence

The G77’s push for better technology and climate transparency was also applauded by AGESI. The AGOI™ supports this by providing clear, credible, sector-specific data—helping bridge the gap between high-level climate commitments and investor confidence on the ground.

“Their closing remarks affirm the urgency of reframing Africa’s narrative,” AGESI said.
“With AGOI™, we stand ready to help unlock capital, create jobs, and build resilience across the continent.”\

Unlocking Africa’s Youth and Economic Potential

AGOI™ identifies opportunities that make Africa’s strengths measurable and attractive to investors. For example:

10 jobs are created for every renewable megawatt installed
Opportunities across energy, minerals, and agriculture align with both national goals and global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and AfCFTA

The index also prioritises women and youth, pointing to green opportunities that offer quality jobs and meaningful inclusion.

A New Narrative for Africa’s Green Future

AGESI emphasised that it is time to move beyond narratives focused only on challenges. Africa holds vast green assets that the world’s climate investors are actively seeking.

AGOI™ helps connect these assets to global capital, supporting:

Job creation
Inclusive growth
Value-chain development
Opportunities for marginalised groups

A Call to Partners, Investors, and Supporters

“Consider partnering with, investing in, or advocating for us, your support can help scale AGOI™ and accelerate Africa’s green future,” AGESI said.

Organisations and individuals are encouraged to request the AGOI™ briefing deck or schedule a call to explore how they can contribute to Africa’s green transformation.