The Make Big Polluters Pay (MBPP) has launched the Africa MBPP Storytelling Platform.
The platform aims to share African stories and experiences in the pursuit of climate justice, highlighting the devastating impacts of transnational corporations’ extractive activities.
Speaking at the hybrid press briefing, the executive Director of Corporate Accountability and Public Participation Africa (CAPPA), Akinbode Oluwafemi emphasized the importance of giving climate change the attention it deserves.
“Africa, being at the forefront of the crisis, often finds its stories inadequately represented in global discussions,” he said.
The platform will house climate-related stories accessible to everyone, providing a unique opportunity for African voices to be heard and used for advocacy.
Helen Neima, a key architect of the project, noted that storytelling is a cornerstone of African identity, aiming to foster collective action and climate justice.
During the launch, a documentary snippet from Ayetoro in Ondo State showcased the community’s struggle against rising waters. A traditional ruler shared a heartfelt testimony about the impacts of climate change on his community, emphasizing the urgent need for action.
CAPPA team members, Robert Egbe and Zikora Ibeh, discussed strategies for maximizing media opportunities in African climate stories. They stressed the importance of localized storytelling to enhance engagement and authentic representation of African experiences.
The African Climate Justice Platform will ensure that African stories are not only heard but also translated into actionable change in the fight against climate change.
With this initiative, MBPP seeks to tackle frontline stories of the climate crisis across the continent, debunk false solutions, and encourage hope among communities facing environmental challenges.
The platform’s commitment to marginalized communities was reiterated by Ndivile Mokoena, who stated that it will encourage hope and provide insights into resilience.
As the climate crisis continues to affect Africa disproportionately, this platform provides a critical space for African voices to be amplified and heard globally.
