THE AFRICA TIMES | AFRICA — The African Development Bank (AfDB) has called for increased financing for land restoration in Africa’s fragile and conflict-affected regions. It argues that environmental degradation is increasingly linked to food insecurity, climate vulnerability, and political instability.
Context of the Appeal
This appeal coincides with the 17th Conference of the Parties to the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (COP17) in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The conference gathers governments, development institutions, and investors to address the rising economic and social costs associated with desertification, land degradation, and drought.
Investment in Restoring Degraded Landscapes
The Bank is leveraging this conference to advocate for more investment in restoring degraded landscapes and enhancing resilience to drought. This focus is particularly critical for countries grap
