Location & Date: Nyo, Nigeria. Apr 22-26 | Houston, TX USA: Jun 3-7, Nov 4 – 8 | Amsterdam, Netherland. Sep 2-6
CEUs: 6.0
Registration Discount: $3,900 – You must Register 60 days in advance and payment must be Paid In Full 30 days prior to the start of class.

Introduction

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.

Course Overview

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.

Course Objectives

The objectives of this course are as follows:
• Understand the specific vulnerabilities of African countries to climate change and their implications for debt sustainability and management.
• Examine the relationship between climate change and debt, including the drivers of climate-induced debt, impacts on fiscal budgeting, and debt repayment capabilities
• Analyze the financial risks and challenges African countries face due to climate change, including the increased need for climate-related investments and the potential impacts on credit ratings
• Explore strategies and best practices for climate-resilient debt management in African countries, including financing mechanisms, risk assessment, and adaptation strategies
• Identify policy interventions, international support, and innovative approaches to enhance debt management and climate resilience in African countries

Course Content Modules:

Module 1: Climate Change Vulnerabilities in African Countries Understanding the unique climate challenges faced by African nations
• Examining the socio-economic impacts of climate change in various sectors
• Assessing the vulnerabilities of African economies to climate-related risks.

Module 2: Climate Change Impacts on Debt in African Countries
• Analyzing the linkages between climate change and increasing debt burdens
• Exploring the impacts of climate-induced damages on fiscal budgets and debt sustainability
• Examining the implications of climate change on credit ratings and borrowing costs.

Module 3: Climate-Resilient Debt Management Strategies
• Identifying strategies for climate-resilient debt management in African countries
• Evaluating financing mechanisms and financial instruments for climate-related projects
• Assessing risk assessment frameworks and tools for climate resilience in debt management.

Module 4: International Support and Policy Interventions
• Analyzing the role of international financial institutions in supporting climate-resilient debt management
• Exploring policy interventions for enhancing climate resilience in debt management
• Discussing innovative approaches and partnerships to address the climate-debt nexus in African countries