This course explores how climate change is impacting debt levels and financial planning across African countries. As extreme weather events and environmental challenges grow, governments are forced to borrow more to recover and adapt. You’ll learn how climate risks influence public finance, debt sustainability, and economic growth. Designed for beginners, the course breaks down complex ideas using real-world examples and easy-to-understand terms. Whether you work in finance, policy, or development, this course will help you grasp the link between climate action and smart debt management in Africa’s changing economic landscape.

Climate change poses significant challenges globally, but particularly for African nations. The impacts of climate change, such as extreme weather events and changing agricultural patterns, have far-reaching consequences on debt sustainability and management in the region. This course aims to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the relationship between climate change and debt in African countries and equip you with strategies for effective debt management in this context. At the conclusion of this course, participants will have gained a comprehensive understanding of how climate change affects debt and debt management in African countries. You will be equipped with the knowledge and strategies necessary to navigate the challenges of climate change and ensure sustainable debt management in this context.

This course will delve into the complex dynamics between climate change and debt in African countries. Through this course, you will explore the unique challenges faced by African nations, the ways in which climate change influences their debt burdens, and the strategies to mitigate these risks. We will also examine the role of international financial institutions and policies in supporting climate-resilient debt management in African countries.