The Ministry of State for Climate Change and Sustainability has formally received the Accra Compact, a major outcome of the Africa Climate Dialogue 2025 convened by the Africa Centre for Nature-Based Climate Action (AC4NCA). This forms part of efforts to strengthen national coordination and partnerships on climate action and sustainability.

The Compact was presented on Wednesday to the Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Hon. Issifu Seidu, during a meeting with an AC4NCA delegation led by its Board Chair, Rev. Dr Joyce R. Aryee.

Emerging from deliberations at the inaugural Africa Climate Dialogue, the Accra Compact sets out shared priorities, policy recommendations and collective commitments on climate action, nature-based solutions and sustainable development. It draws on contributions from policymakers, civil society, academia, youth groups and development partners across Africa.

AC4NCA Board Chair, Rev Joyce Aryee (Left) presenting a copy of the Compact to Hon Issifu Seidu (Minister of State for Climate Change)

Formal handover
Presenting the document, Rev. Dr Aryee said the Compact was intended to move climate conversations beyond dialogue into action.

“The Accra Compact reflects a collective voice on climate action and nature-based solutions, and we are presenting it to government as a practical tool to support policy, implementation and accountability,” she said.

She thanked the Minister for his participation as Guest of Honour at the Africa Climate Dialogue 2025, noting that his engagement had strengthened the legitimacy and national relevance of the process.

Hon Issifu Seidu, Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability

Minister’s response
Receiving the Compact, Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Hon. Issifu Seidu welcomed the initiative and described the Africa Climate Dialogue as a timely platform for shaping Ghana’s climate response.

“Climate change is fundamentally a behavioural challenge,” the Minister said, stressing the importance of community engagement, public education and advocacy in translating policy into action.

He noted that the Compact’s emphasis on inclusive dialogue and nature-based solutions aligns with the Ministry’s mandate to coordinate national efforts on climate mitigation and sustainability.

“The Ministry is ready to work with credible institutions such as AC4NCA to ensure that these ideas are integrated into our national priorities,” he added.

Policy relevance
According to AC4NCA, the Accra Compact is expected to serve as a reference document for policymakers and stakeholders, helping to align non-state action with national climate priorities and frameworks.