Zim@COP28 – UAE

Zimbabwe’s participation in the COP28 Climate Summit in the United Arab Emirates highlights the country’s commitment to addressing climate change. As a nation, Zimbabwe will be advocating for regenerative and conservation agriculture practices, which play a crucial role in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable farming methods.

Several stakeholders will be actively involved in Zimbabwe’s efforts to accelerate Africa into the climate economy. Carboneg, an organization specializing in carbon neutrality solutions through regenerative agriculture, will contribute its expertise to support Zimbabwe’s initiatives. Additionally, the Africa Voluntary Carbon Credits Market Forum (AVCCMF) is expected to collaborate with Zimbabwe and other African countries to promote the trading of voluntary carbon credits to incentivize emission reductions.

By championing regenerative and conservation agriculture practices and collaborating with stakeholders such as Carboneg and AVCCMF, Zimbabwe aims to significantly contribute to combating climate change while simultaneously fostering sustainable economic growth within the region.

COP28 ZIMBABWE PAVILLION SIDE EVENTS SCHEDULE

DATE	EVENT TITLE	TIME	CONTACT PERSON(S)
03/12/23	Amplifying Women’s Voice and Leadership in Emergencies: Experience from the Women Lead ing Emergencies Project in Zimbabwe	1100 – 1300hrs	Mrs Lillian Matsika Takaendisa, Chief Director – Gender, Policy Planning and Programme Management; Ministry of Women Affairs lillianmatsika25@gmail.com Angeline Ndabaningi; Gender Advisor; CARE International in Zimbabwe angeline.ndabaningi@care.org
	Signing of agreements: * To sign a cooperation agreement between the Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority and Absolicon of Sweden * To sign a system operations agreement between ZESA and Africa GreenCo	1400 – 1500hrs	Engineer G Ndlovu General Manager, International Business gndhlovu@zesaholdings.co.zw +263773400271
03/12/23	Launch of the Clean Green Zimbabwe Initiative	1715- 1830hrs	Tendai Ruzvidzo tmruzvidzo@gmail.com +263 78 211 6883 Egline Tawuya +263772334843 etawuya@unicef.org
4/12/2023	Where is the Finance?: How Offtakers, well-wishers and donors can actively find readily available projects towards achieving a Net-Zero future	1100-1200hrs	Mr Kwanele Hlabangana matbluechip@gmail.co m Adv Nsikelelo Mafa nsikelelo@avccmforum. org Michael Ndakumareye michael@rtbiotechande ng.co.za
4/12/2023	Last COPs under 30	1530 – 1645hrs	Jean B Mhandu ayicczim@gmail.com jeantakudzwa@gmail.co m +263736622454
05/12/23	Signing of Tripartite Memorandum of Understanding	1200 – 1230hrs	Engineer G Ndlovu General Manager, International Business gndhlovu@zesaholdings.co.zw +263773400271
5/12/2023	Regenerative Agriculture Leading the front to a Net Zero Future! (Regenerating Zimbabwe to be The Bread Basket of Africa)	1315 – 1445hrs	Mr Kwanele Hlabangana matbluechip@gmail.co m Adv Nsikelelo Mafa nsikelelo@avccmforum. org Michael Ndakumareye michael@rtbiotechande ng.co.za
	Launch of Youth Voices in Climate Action Survey Report	1600 – 1730hrs	Elizabeth Gulugulu egulugulu@gmail.com
6/12/2023	Harnessing Investments for Zimbabwe’s Energy Sector for the fulfilment of the COP 28 Energy Pledge	1100 – 1300hrs	Dr Sosten Ziuku sostenziuku@gmail.c om +263779 774 546
	Launching the Africa Youth Climate Action Plan Assessment Report: Accelerating climate action in Africa through data-driven approaches	1315 – 1445hrs	Jean B Mhandu ayicczim@gmail.com jeantakudzwa@gmail.co m +263736622454
	Early Warnings for All by 2027: Strides made by Zimbabwe	1500 – 1630hrs	Rebecca Manzou Director, Meteorological Services Department Zimbabwe PR to WMO manzou.becky@gmai l.com +263 71 287 0886
	Promoting healthy Ecosystems in the fight against Climate Change	1645 – 1815hrs	Amkela Sidange amkela.sidange@em a.co.zw +263 77 293 4384
	Take Action Now! A united front cocktail to accelerate climate efforts in Africa	1830- 2000hrs	Mr Kwanele Hlabangana matbluechip@gmail.co m Adv Nsikelelo Mafa nsikelelo@avccmforum. org
8/12/2023	Protected and Conserved Areas as a Solution to Climate Change	1315- 1445hr s	Prof Patience Gandiwa pgandiwa@zimpar ks.org.zw
	Engagement of Youths in African Food Systems: Agri-preneurship Opportunities	1600 – 1730hrs	Elizabeth Gulugulu egulugulu@gmail.c om Jean B Mhandu jeantakudzwa@gm ail.com Tashinga Chikomba tashingachikomba6 @gmail.com
09/12/23	Inclusive Climate Action Plenary	1100 – 1300hrs	Tafadzwa Kurotwi kurotwitafadzwa@gmail.com Jean B Mhandu jeantakudzwa@gm ail.com Tashinga Chikomba tashingachikomba6 @gmail.com
	How can we best implement and utilise the Loss and Damage Fund towards a Net Zero Future?	1515 – 1445hrs	Mr Kwanele Hlabangana matbluechip@gmail.co m Adv Nsikelelo Mafa nsikelelo@avccmforum. org Michael Ndakumareye michael@rtbiotechande ng.co.za
10/12/23	Digital Financial Innovation for Climate Action	1315 – 1445 hrs	Mr Kwanele Hlabangana matbluechip@gmail.co m Adv Nsikelelo Mafa nsikelelo@avccmforum. org Michael Ndakumareye michael@rtbiotechande ng.co.za