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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 19/10/2026
#SSNatCBDCOP17 See more details below 👇. Let's connect! @cdkn.org
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 17/10/2026
From land restoration to biodiversity, implementation is where commitments become impact. As we look beyond UNCCD COP17 and ahead to CBD COP17, we reflect on what it takes to turn ambition into action. southsouthnorth.org/unccd-cop17-...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 16/10/2026
On #WorldFoodDay, we’re reminded that resilient food systems rely on healthy land, soils and water. Through initiatives like #RICE and #AfCAP, SSN supports climate-resilient agriculture that strengthens food security and helps communities adapt to climate change. 🌱🌍
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 15/10/2026
Crossing 1.5°C is becoming increasingly likely. The key question now is what happens next. In this reflection, Dr Shehnaaz Moosa explores climate overshoot, why every fraction of a degree matters, and the actions needed to shape a more resilient future. 🔗 southsouthnorth.org/the-1-5c-we-...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 13/10/2026
Disaster losses aren't always visible. This #IDDR, SSN recognises the importance of protecting what communities value most through locally led resilience. 🌍 Read more: southsouthnorth.org/recognising-... #ClimateResilience #LossAndDamage #LocallyLedAdaptation
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 26/09/2026
On #WorldEnvironmentalHealthDay: how can we measure the health impacts of plastic pollution? SMEP research uses LCA and DALYs to assess recycling and upcycling in Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria and Zimbabwe. By #Instituto17, guided by Henrique Pacini (UNCTAD). smepprogramme.org/resources-1/...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 18/09/2026
As #WIMExCom25 drafts guidance on #NELD in Majuro, communities across East Africa are already documenting losses that markets cannot price: land, culture, language and identity. See how local evidence is informing global discussions: southsouthnorth.org/east-africa-...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 15/09/2026
Reflecting on 5 years of what SMEP has shown: sustainable manufacturing, environmental responsibility, and inclusive growth can work together to deliver lasting impact. Read more: southsouthnorth.org/smep-sustain... #SMEP #SustainableManufacturing #InclusiveGrowth
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 10/09/2026
What does it take to advance gender equality and social inclusion in climate action? SSN’s skills lab brought climate and gender focal points together to strengthen advocacy, share lessons, and build influence where it matters most. southsouthnorth.org/gesi-advocac...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 07/09/2026
Traditional flooded rice paddies are a key source of agricultural methane emissions. For International Day of #CleanAirForBlueSkies, explore 3 new @AfCAP briefs on scaling low-emission rice practices across Africa—lowering atmospheric pollutants while protecting food security.
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 02/09/2026
Across Ethiopia, Kenya, and Ghana, SSN has supported partners in strengthening climate finance, building institutional capacity, and turning climate ambition into action. Read more: southsouthnorth.org/country-led-... #ClimateAction #ClimateFinance #Africa
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 25/08/2026
From 2022-2026, the GGE-EA: 📈 Trained 521 professionals 🌍 Strengthened data across 33 countries 🤝 Established new regional and international partnerships A lasting legacy for sustainable energy access. Read more: southsouthnorth.org/portfolio/gr...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 21/08/2026
SSN has taken the first formal step towards Green Climate Fund (GCF) accreditation. Building on years of supporting access to climate finance across Africa, this journey could help unlock even greater opportunities to mobilise resources where they're needed most. southsouthnorth.org/green-climat...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 20/08/2026
Join SSN & SMEP at #WWWeek for a key session: "Testing industrial water treatment and reuse economics in emerging markets" 🗓️ Sunday, 23 Aug | 11:00 CEST 📍 Stockholm (Room C4 - Level 2) Online: worldwaterweek.org/2026/tickets 📖 Details & speaker lineup: smepprogramme.org/testing-indu...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 18/08/2026
As we close this chapter, we're sharing key lessons on locally led urban resilience, inclusive governance, and turning community-driven solutions into action. Read the final reports here: southsouthnorth.org/portfolio/un...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 12/08/2026
Youth leadership isn't something we wait for. We lead it. This #YouthDay, we're celebrating the young climate leaders, innovators and change-makers supported through SSN programmes who are transforming communities, influencing policy and creating inclusive green opportunities across Africa.
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 10/08/2026
On the 9th of August, #InternationalDayOfTheWorldsIndigenousPeoples, we celebrated the knowledge, leadership, and stewardship that communities have nurtured for generations. Lasting climate solutions are built with the people closest to the challenges.
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 07/08/2026
How can financial systems support climate-resilient development while responding to national priorities, realities, and development needs? The meaning of Article 2.1(c) of the Paris Agreement for Africa. southsouthnorth.org/article-2-1c... #ClimateFinance #Article21c #ClimateAction #Africa
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 28/07/2026
On #NatureConservationDay, we're celebrating the ecosystems that support people, livelihoods and resilience. Across #SSN programmes, we support healthy soils, ecosystem-based adaptation and sustainable fisheries that help communities thrive alongside nature. 🌱🌊🌍 #ClimateAdaptation #OceanConservation
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 21/07/2026
As climate challenges grow and development finance becomes more constrained, collaboration, co-creation, and locally led solutions are more important than ever. SSN reflects on moving from alignment to action through transformative partnerships. southsouthnorth.org/climate-acti...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 15/07/2026
Watch how the Kenya National Cleaner Production Centre and partners use resource efficiency and cleaner production (#RECP) to transition industries into #resilient, #lowcarbon, #circular, and water-secure hubs through the SMEP Programme. Wacth video here: lnkd.in/e9iefcQ8
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 14/07/2026
As our Operationalising a Just Transition in Africa programme comes to a close, we're proud of the partnerships, research, and learning that have helped advance conversations on equitable climate transitions across the continent. Explore its legacy: southsouthnorth.org/portfolio/op...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 02/07/2026
We know locally led climate finance works. The challenge now? Scaling it. A growing collective of Global South actors is aligning voices, evidence, and influence to reshape the system. Read full article: southsouthnorth.org/locally-led-... #ClimateFinance #LocallyLedAdaptation
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 25/06/2026
Communities are already leading climate adaptation—and it’s working. Flexible, trust-based funding can scale real impact from the ground up. Read the synthesis report here: southsouthnorth.org/wp-content/u... #LocallyLedAdaptation #ClimateFinance
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 23/06/2026
At a regional exchange in Nairobi, SSN brought together East African partners to centre lived experiences of non-economic loss & damage (NELD), from cultural loss to displacement. Read more 👇 southsouthnorth.org/lessons-from... #NELD #ClimateJustice #LossAndDamage
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 19/06/2026
We’re excited to see our director, Shehnaaz Moosa, contributing to key #LACW2026 conversations: 22 June-Infrastructure & Resilience 23 June-#ResilienceHub: connecting evidence & investment 25 June-Scaling MSME innovation for resilience SSN scaling locally led climate finance beyond pilots #SSNatLCAW
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 18/06/2026
As #SB64 ends, we're proud of the SouthSouthNorth, CDKN, and AFF teams for bringing ground-level insights to the global stage. From #GESI to energy & #ClimateFinance, our focus remains clear: moving beyond pilots to scale #LocallyLedAdaptation. #SSNatSB64 #SouthSouthNorth
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 12/06/2026
How do we maximise the impact of 125+ National Gender Focal Points? ⚖️ Join the @cdkn.org & SSN hybrid skills lab this Saturday! Facilitated by Patricia Bamanyaki, Lisa McNamara, Arsema Andargatchew & Nadia Sitas (remotely from CT). 🔗 Details: cdkn.org/story/cdkn-b... #GESI #SB64 #SSNatSB64
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 11/06/2026
How do we scale Locally Led Adaptation from principle to practice? Join our official UNFCCC Side Event at #SB64 with Adrian Leitoro (NAPO) & @cdkn.org's Lisa McNamara sharing lessons from African community leaders. 📍 Room Bonn 🔗 Session details: cdkn.org/story/cdkn-b... #LocallyLedAdaptation
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 09/06/2026
LIVE FROM #SB64: Samson Mbewe is facilitating the 1st UNFCCC Veredas Dialogue right now in Bonn! This builds directly on our recent work on operationalising Article 2.1(c) in Africa. 🌍 📄 Read our policy brief: southsouthnorth.org/operationali... 🤝 Let's collaborate! #ClimateFinance
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 07/06/2026
#CleanAirDay is shaped by the systems we transform. Through its programmes, SSN supports cleaner production and sustainable materials—reducing emissions from industry and fossil fuels. We also work with communities to address local pollution challenges. Cleaner air starts at the source.
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 05/06/2026
June is World Environment Month 🌱 Across 45 countries and 27 programmes, SSN connects global ambition with local action — from flood resilience in Durban to circular manufacturing, climate-smart agriculture, and knowledge that drives better decisions.
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 27/05/2026
SouthSouthNorth contributed to the updated WISER Manual for Co-Production in African Weather & Climate Services. Includes 18 techniques, 6 case studies, and revised principles to support co-production in practice. Access the manual here: collegeclimatezone.metoffice.gov.uk/ilp/pages/me...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 26/05/2026
SSN is proud to present the CLARE Webinar Series (May–Nov)! Join us to amplify climate adaptation leadership, champion co-creation & center Southern-led research. Open to all researchers, policymakers & community leaders. 🌍 🔗 RSVP: zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 25/05/2026
Africa Day 🌍 Not just adapting—leading. Explore how Africa shows up across SSN’s work: 👉 southsouthnorth.org?s=africa
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 22/05/2026
At SSN, biodiversity underpins resilience across people, economies, land & water. 🌿 Scaling locally-led EbA 🌱 450,000+ ha supported ♻️ Tackling pollution & degradation 🌍 Centring Indigenous & local knowledge Biodiversity is foundational to climate action. 🔗 southsouthnorth.org/wp-content/u...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 20/05/2026
Final call: the last SMEP plastics webinar looks at how to move from promising plastic substitutes to real-world adoption, covering policy pathways, trade, and standards. Insights from participants will shape the final synthesis. 20 May docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 19/05/2026
Pleased to see this updated WISER Manual for Co-Production from SSN’s WISER programme. A practical guide grounded in real experience, supporting more inclusive and effective weather and climate services across Africa. collegeclimatezone.metoffice.gov.uk/ilp/pages/me...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 13/05/2026
Reaching the frontlines 🌍 What does it take to shift climate finance to local actors? Join us on 26 May to explore lessons from the Next Level Grants Facility. 🔗 zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 12/05/2026
Introducing RAIA — a new SSN programme under CLARE, alongside CREWS & ARA, advancing climate action through collaboration and innovation. More updates to follow — keep an eye on SSN’s news section: southsouthnorth.org/news/ #ClimateAction #SSN
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 11/05/2026
Financing a just transition in Africa is not just about more loans. It’s about equity, resilience & development justice. Our new case studies show what works—from community energy to nature-based finance: southsouthnorth.org/financing-af... #JustTransition #ClimateFinance #Africa
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 06/05/2026
Join us on 19 May 2026 for a webinar on integrating human rights into environmental work 🌱 Hear practical insights from the #SMEP programme, funded by the #UKFCDO in partnership with #UNCTAD, delivered by #Pegasys and @southsouthnorth.org smepprogramme.org/just-transit...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 06/05/2026
Do you have evidence on how carbon credits and offsets affect nature and people? We want to hear from you. We’re gathering evidence on ecological & social impacts. Share research, case studies, or reports. 🌱 forms.gle/rYWkzh2mKwJE...
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 23/04/2026
We’ve refreshed the SSN website with a clearer structure, easier navigation, and better access to our work. Grounded in our 2025–2030 Strategy, the update strengthens visibility, usability, and alignment across programmes and knowledge. Explore: southsouthnorth.org
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 22/04/2026
Unlocking Africa’s renewable energy potential through trade A new policy brief explores how #AfCFTA can strengthen local value chains, support renewable manufacturing, and advance a Just Energy Transition aligned with #NDCs. Read more: southsouthnorth.org/africa-can-l... #Africa #ClimateJustice
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 21/04/2026
The Call for Expressions of Interest deadline has been extended to 1 May 2026. Apply now: southsouthnorth.org/call-for-exp... Enquiries: rebecca.henderson@southsouthnorth.org
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 17/04/2026
SouthSouthNorth, with SEforALL, SSA & NRDC, is hosting “Advancing Heat Resilience through South‑South Cooperation” at #GHCF2026. 📍 New Delhi | 20–21 April 2026 🔗 Register: www.ghcf.co.in/register/ #HeatResilience #EquitableCooling
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 15/04/2026
SSN is pleased to join the Global Heat and Cooling Forum (#GHCF2026) as a session partner. The Forum focuses on scaling solutions for extreme heat and equitable, sustainable cooling through Global South collaboration. 📍 New Delhi | 🗓 20–21 Apr 2026 Register here: lnkd.in/dikd_w3z
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 09/04/2026
Call for EOIs now open! SouthSouthNorth invites locally led orgs & enterprises in Hessequa (WC) working on invasive plant management, biomass use & fynbos restoration. 📅 Closes 20 April 👉 southsouthnorth.org/call-for-exp... #SmallGrants #Biodiversity #ClimateAction #SouthAfrica
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SouthSouthNorth @southsouthnorth.org · 02/04/2026
Samson Mbewe (SSN's Technical Programme Manager & Researcher) co‑authored with Anaa Hassan (IIED) on scaling adaptation finance in LDCs & SIDS. They look at practical financial tools, lessons from case studies, and what this means for programme design & country‑led delivery. www.iied.org/how-ldc...
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