AGESI Response to G77 and China Closing Remarks at COP30 

The Africa Green Economy and Sustainability Institute (AGESI) welcomes the closing statement of the G77 and China at COP30. Their emphasis on climate finance, adaptation, just transitions, and technology resonates deeply with our mission to reframe Africa’s role in the global green economy. 

Climate Finance – Making Africa Visible and Investible 

The G77 and China rightly placed climate finance at the core of their priorities. AGESI underscores that Africa is not merely vulnerable, but investible. Through the Africa Green Opportunity Index (AGOI™), we provide localized, risk-adjusted metrics that transform perception risk into opportunity. This directly supports the Group’s call to scale finance at the necessary scale and quality for developing countries. 

Adaptation & Just Transition – Aligning with AGOI™ Pillars 

We share the Group’s concern about the Adaptation Fund and echo their call for tripling adaptation finance. AGOI™ demonstrates how investments in green energy, climate-smart agriculture, circular economy, nature-based solutions, and social equity can deliver resilience and inclusive growth. The establishment of the Just Transitions Mechanism is a milestone, and AGESI urges its swift operationalization to ensure Africa’s communities benefit from tangible support. 

Global Stocktake & Loss and Damage – Integrating Africa’s Narrative 

As the Group looks ahead to the second Global Stocktake in 2026, AGESI emphasizes the importance of embedding Africa’s opportunities into the global climate finance architecture. The successful conclusion of the 3rd WIM Review on loss and damage is a reminder that solidarity must translate into investment flows that recognize Africa’s resilience and innovation. 

Technology, Transparency & Capacity Building – Data as a Catalyst 

We welcome the breakthroughs in transparency and technology highlighted by the Group. AGOI™ complements these efforts by providing credible, sector-specific data that de-risks investment decisions. By aligning with the enhanced Climate Technology Centre and Network (CTCN) and the permanent Consultative Group of Experts (CGE), AGOI™ can serve as a bridge between policy ambition and investor confidence. 

Closing – Africa is Investible 

AGESI applauds the G77 and China for championing equity, solidarity, and inclusion at COP30. Their closing remarks affirm the urgency of reframing Africa’s narrative. With AGOI™, we stand ready to support governments, investors, and partners in unlocking capital, creating jobs, and building resilience. 

Africa is resilient. Africa is investible. AGOI™ proves it.