New Push for Clean Air Financing as Pollution Levels Remain High Africa

Experts from over 40 countries met in Pretoria for the Africa Clean Air Forum to discuss increasing investment in air quality solutions. The event aims to address the growing health and economic burden of pollution across the continent.
Why it matters
This forum represents a coordinated effort to link public health, sustainable development, and climate resilience through international investment.
Air quality experts from more than 40 countries have gathered in Pretoria, South Africa, from 13th to 16th July for the Africa Clean Air Forum 2026 to discuss opportunities to increase investment in clean air solutions that can improve public health across Africa.
The article reports on a policy forum and its stated goals without taking a partisan stance.
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