Former Secretary General of the United Nations Ban Ki Moon has commended the Zambian government for the commitment to green growth initiatives.
Mr. Ban who is the President and Chair of the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI), praised Zambia during a meeting with Minister of Green Economy and Environment, Mike Mposha, at the Global Green Growth Week 2024 in Seoul, South Korea.
Mr. Ban expressed gratitude for Zambia becoming the 46th member of the GGGI.
Mr. Ban also commended the minister for highlighting Zambia’s green growth initiatives and the interests of the African continent during ministerial panel discussions.
Earlier during a bilateral meeting, GGGI Director-General, Frank Rijsberman, also praised Zambia for its legal frameworks and policies that enhance resilience to climate change.
Dr. Rijsberman assured Zambia of GGGI’s continued support.
And Mr. Mposha highlighted ongoing efforts with the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and emphasised Zambia’s commitment to deepening cooperation with GGGI and international partners.
He also briefed the GGGI Director-General on Zambia’s worst drought in decades, affecting over six million people.
The Minister said despite these challenges, Zambia is keen to accelerate green interventions in energy and agriculture, and reduce deforestation.
Angel Kasabo
