Africa Just Transition Network: No New Coal Campaign
The Africa Just Transition Network has launched the 'NO NEW COAL AFRICA' campaign to advocate against new coal infrastructure projects across the continent. The initiative emphasizes the environmental and health risks of coal while pushing for a shift toward renewable energy sources.
Why it matters
The campaign highlights the tension between Africa's energy development needs and the global push for climate justice and sustainable energy transitions.
Africa Just Transition Network (AJTN) officially launched the NO NEW COAL AFRICA campaign on the opening day of the Niger Delta Climate Week.
NO NEW COAL AFRICA "Our Right to Life. Our Right to a Healthy Future." "Beyond Coal. Towards a Just Transition." The launch brought together AJTN Nigeria Chapter members, civil society organisations, community representatives, youth, and climate justice advocates who marched together in a united call to resist the development of new coal projects across Africa.
Coal is not a solution to Africa's energy needs. Across the continent, communities have already experienced the devastating impacts of coal - from polluted air and contaminated water to loss of livelihoods, displacement, and serious health challenges. As we work towards universal energy access, we must ensure that Africa does not repeat the mistakes of the past by investing in new coal infrastructure that threatens both people and the planet.
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