Ethiopia set to host 2nd Africa Climate Summit in September 2025

Addis Ababa, April 11, 2025 (FMC) — The Government of Ethiopia is due to host the Second Africa Climate Summit in September 2025 in-line with the decision of the 38th Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union held in February 2025.

Ethiopia’s Foreign Minister Gedion Timothewos, and Minister of Planning and Development, Fitsum Assefa, today held fruitful consultation with Moses Vilakati, African Union Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment.

The meeting addressed the preparatory works in the lead-up to this continental gathering slated to be held in mid- September 2025.

On the occasion, Gedion stressed Ethiopia’s strong commitment to ensuring the summit’s success and making it a landmark event. Fitsum underscored the importance of the summit in shaping Africa’s priorities in climate matters and the need to engage relevant stakeholders for its success.

Commissioner Moses, on his part, commended Ethiopia’s keen interest to host the summit and the preparatory works underway.

The Commissioner expressed the Commitment of the African Union Commission to work in close collaboration with the Government of Ethiopia to convene a successful summit.