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Lecture - Climate Change, Environmental Sustainability and Africa’s Future

This module explores climate change and environmental sustainability through an African lens, focusing on how climate impacts intersect with development, livelihoods, ecosystems and future career opportunities. Learners examine Africa’s vulnerability and resilience to climate change, the importance of environmental stewardship, and the role green skills play in building climate-smart economies. The module links science, policy and practice while highlighting African-led solutions aligned with Agenda 2063, climate commitments and sustainable development goals.

Study Duration

82 Min

1.0 Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, you should be able to:

1.1 Knowledge Objectives

Explain the causes and impacts of climate change in Africa

Understand key environmental sustainability challenges facing the continent

Identify links between climate change, development and livelihoods

Explain Africa’s role in global climate action and adaptation

Understand how climate action supports Africa’s future growth

1.2 Technical and Soft Skills Objectives

Identify climate risks affecting African sectors and communities

Recognise climate adaptation and mitigation solutions

Analyse basic environmental sustainability challenges and responses

Environmental awareness and responsibility

Critical thinking on climate justice and equity

Problem-solving skills for climate challenges

Systems thinking linking environment, economy and society

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Lecture - Introduction to Green Skills and Africa’s Green Economy