Did the COP27 benefit the African Continent?

The Sharm el-Sheikh, decision was reached early morning on last Sunday the 20thas official plenary started at 4am. Among the wins for the Continent was the establishment of a loss and damage facility which was pushed hard by the G77 and China- Africa is in this group – as well as the civil society. But vehemently opposed by the United States at the beginning.Does the Global Shield against Climate Risks divide the African continent by cherry picking some African continent by promising them funds? Will seeking the international court of Justice to provides clarity necessary for countries to make better climate decisions at COP and at home help implementation of the Paris agreement and many other treaties on environment amd human rights?

About the Author
Sophie is an Environmental Journalist based in Kenya and the founder: Africa Climate Conversations. Sophie spends her days shaping the African climate change and environmental narratives aimed at bridging their reporting gaps in the continent.

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