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HoAREC&N to Showcase Climate Leadership at ACS2 in Addis Ababa

The Horn of Africa Regional Environment Centre and Network (HoAREC&N) is excited to announce its participation in the Africa Climate Summit 2 (ACS2), taking place from September 8–10, 2025 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Hosted by the Government of Ethiopia, ACS2 will convene African leaders, experts, and stakeholders to accelerate climate action and sustainable development across the continent.

As part of this high-profile event, HoAREC&N will host a high-level strategic side event and a vibrant three-day pavilion, both centered around the theme:

🌱Greening Borders, Restoring Futures: Nature-Based Solutions for a Resilient Horn🌿

🎤 Strategic Side Event:

Our side event will feature four dynamic sub-themes, each addressing critical aspects of climate resilience and regional cooperation:

• Sub-Theme 1: From Legacy to Climate Leadership – Scaling Ethiopia’s Green Vision Across the HornPanelists:
  • Dr. Adefris Worku, National Coordinator, Green Legacy Initiative, Ethiopia
  • A senior representative from  Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Kenya
• Sub-Theme 2: Integrated Land Use and Cross-Border Ecosystem RestorationPanelists:
  • Dr. Azene Bekele, ILDP Lead
  • Prof. Otienoh Oguge, University of Nairobi, Kenya
• Sub-Theme 3: Botanic Gardens as Climate Labs and Research & Learning PlatformsPanelists:
  • Prof. Sebsebe Demisew, Addis Ababa University
  • Prof. Peter Edome, Turkana University College
  • Dr. James Sang, Moi University (TBC)
• Sub-Theme 4: Bridging the Climate Finance GapPanelists:
  • Dr. Wondwossen Bogale
  • Paul Demetry, South Sudan Nature Conservation Organization

🏛️ Pavilion Engagements:

Our pavilion will offer immersive experiences and thematic showcases across three days:

• Day 1 (Sept 8): Horn of Africa Sustainable Energy Day
• Day 2 (Sept 9): Climate Migration – MECMEA Day
• Day 3 (Sept 10): Transboundary Nature-Based Solutions Day

Join us at ACS2 to explore innovative solutions, foster regional collaboration, and celebrate the Horn of Africa’s leadership in climate resilience.

Stay tuned for more updates — we look forward to welcoming you!