Title: African youth mobilized for the climate at COP28
Introduction:
African youth play a vital role in the fight against climate change. At the recent COP28, held in Dubai, many young Africans took the floor and made their voices heard to raise awareness of the urgency of climate action. Their commitment and advocacy actions were noticed and sparked the admiration and inspiration of many other climate activists.
The testimony of Zeinab Noura: An inspiring example
One of the most striking examples of the engagement of African youth during COP28 is that of Zeinab Noura, a young Nigerian doctor. She used her experience and knowledge in endocrinology to raise awareness about the effects of climate change on health, particularly in Niger. Zeinab Noura has spoken at various conferences and advocated for better resilience of ecosystems in the face of climate impacts. His plea was heard and led to the creation of an interministerial committee dedicated to these issues in his country.
The role of young health professionals for the climate
Zeinab Noura is not satisfied with her personal success. With her team, she plans to expand the health professional climate movement throughout the Sahel. It created a research center in January 2033 to find solutions against the harmful effects of climate change on health. His commitment is supported by other health professionals such as Dr Alassane Hado Halidou from the University of Niamey, who highlights the significant impact of climate change on health in West Africa and the Sahel.
Challenges and solutions: heatwaves and the energy transition
One of the major challenges facing African youth is that of increasingly frequent and intense heatwaves. Zeinab Noura highlights that these periods of high heat have a significant impact on health services, particularly on patients with chronic diseases such as diabetes. To face these challenges, it calls on the leaders gathered at COP28 to take urgent measures, in particular by investing in renewable energies and developing green hydrogen. She says African countries, although they emit less CO2 than other nations, must play an active role in the transition to carbon neutrality.
Conclusion: African youth demonstrate their determination and initiative during COP28. The actions of young activists like Zeinab Noura demonstrate their commitment to fighting climate change and protecting the health of populations. By mobilizing and advocating for concrete solutions, they have shown that they are ready to take bold action to ensure a sustainable future for all.