NexGen Deutsche-Afrik

27/04/2026

The continuent "Africa" currently accounts for a small share of global emissions—just 1.04 metric tons of CO₂ per capita, compared to the global average of 4.69.

Yet, the continent is among the most vulnerable to its devastating effects.
This disparity highlights the critical need for global equity and localized sustainable development in the fight against the climate crisis.

At NexGen Deutsche-Afrik, we believe the path forward lies in strengthening partnerships, and accelerating sustainable investment across Africa.

Because the future of climate resilience will be shaped by where—and how—we invest today.

20/04/2026

Africa contributes less than 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions, yet remains one of the most exposed regions to climate risk. This is not just an environmental imbalance rather, a capital allocation problem.

Across the continent, climate-linked opportunities are becoming clearer: renewable energy infrastructure, climate-smart agriculture, sustainable transport, and resilient urban systems. What is often missing is not opportunity, but the structuring of these opportunities into bankable, scalable investment products.

Capital markets have a critical role to play. Stock Exchanges in the region can serve as conduits for green bonds, sustainability-linked instruments, and blended finance solutions that attract both local and international capital.

Climate risk is already translating into financial risk, but equally, climate solutions are becoming a distinct asset class.

The institutions that recognize this early, structure effectively, and deploy capital with discipline will not only drive impact — they will define the next frontier of returns.

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08/04/2026

𝑫𝒊𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒌𝒏𝒐𝒘?

Ghana’s ocean temperatures have already risen by ~0.5°C—and are projected to increase further in the coming decades.

This warming is expected to reduce fisheries output by ~26% or more by 2050, threatening food security, jobs, and coastal livelihoods.

Climate change is no longer a future risk—it is already reshaping economies.

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16/03/2026

𝘓𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 24 𝘏𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘎𝘰!

Join us tomorrow for our Workshop

𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘮𝘦: Just Transition: Energy & Gender in African Agriculture – Voices & Visions.

𝘚𝘱𝘦𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘳: 𝗜𝗻𝗴. 𝗔𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗮 𝗔𝗺𝗼-𝗔𝗶𝗱𝗼𝗼 (𝗣𝗵𝗗), 𝒢𝓇𝑒𝑒𝓃 𝐸𝓃𝑒𝓇𝑔𝓎 𝒮𝓅𝑒𝒸𝒾𝒶𝓁𝒾𝓈𝓉

This engaging virtual session will bring together ideas, insights, and voices shaping the future of energy, gender inclusion, and agriculture in Africa.

Don’t miss out — we look forward to seeing you there

25/02/2026

It's Finally Here, We're happy to share the new date for the much anticipated NEDEA Workshop on "𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 & 𝐆𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 & 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬"

This is a thought-provoking virtual workshop exploring the intersection of clean energy, gender inclusion, and transformation across the continent.

🗓 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞:Tue. 17th March 2026
🕒𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞:16:00 GMT
📍𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦:Microsoft Teams

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAtlidEhKmj8tlq7g3geoKL9t6ixzwMxsTn5PnURpnOOXGvw/viewform

𝐍𝐨𝐭𝐞: Free CERTIFICATE will be issued to all participants.

🎙𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐫 & 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫: Ing. Araba Amo-Aidoo (PhD), an accomplished sustainability and energy transition expert whose work bridges renewable energy innovation, gender empowerment, and agro-industrial development in Africa.

This 2-hour interactive session will feature:

✨ An expert presentation by Ing. Araba Amo-Aidoo

🔥 A fireside chat exploring just transition for inclusive agribusiness and more.

Join us on this important and exciting session as we discuss a just transition that amplifies local voices and inclusive sustainability.

18/02/2026

Great opportunity!

📢 Calling all young African professionals! 🌍✨

Applications for the 15th cohort of AFRIKA KOMMT is officially open! 🎉 This incredible program offers 35 scholarships 🎓 to talented individuals to gain international experience with leading German companies. 🇩🇪🚀

Don't miss out!

🗓️ Application deadline: 22nd March, 2026
🔗 Learn more and apply here: https://afrika-kommt.de/

14/02/2026

14/01/2026

𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚’𝐬 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐠𝐚𝐩 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞

There has been a steady growth in climate finance inflows to africa from 2019 to recent estimates, however the level covers only about 23 – 25% of Africa’s actual needs to meet its climate commitments.

Scaling up concessional, private, and blended finance remains critical to close the gap and support resilient, low-carbon growth across the continent.

02/01/2026

✨ Happy New Year from NexGen Deutsche-Afrik! ✨

As we welcome 2026 with hope and purpose, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to our partners, collaborators, supporters, and community. Together, we are shaping sustainable futures by connecting young leaders, innovators, researchers, and policymakers across Africa and Germany.

This year, we will continue to champion inclusive climate solutions, youth-led innovation, and strategic partnerships that create real impact for communities and future generations. Your continued engagement and support make this journey possible.

Here’s to a year of meaningful collaboration, bold ideas, and shared success.
Happy New Year! ✨

04/11/2025

The President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama and the President of the Federal Republic of Germany, His Excellency Frank-Walter Ste