Addis Ababa — The Ministry of Planning and Development has announced that the triple planetary crisis, comprising climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, is severely threatening food security across Eastern Africa. Keep up with the latest headlines on WhatsApp | LinkedInHe noted that Eastern Africa is grappling with erratic weather patterns, prolonged droughts and accelerating ecosystem degradation. He added that Ethiopia's selection to host COP32 in November 2027 reflects the country's expanding role in global climate leadership. Despite these efforts, Seyoum cautioned that global climate and environmental finance remain far below what is required. "For Eastern Africa, GEF financing must unlock transformative change," he said, urging participants to enhance access to funding, prioritize country driven and results oriented projects and strengthen regional partnerships to confront the triple planetary crisis.

Source: Ethiopian News March 03, 2026 11:17 UTC