Juliani, Other Artistes Hold Concert To Counter 'Deeply Compromised' Africa Climate Summit: "Lacks Legitimacy"

• Juliani and other artistes performed at the Africa Peoples’ Assembly, claiming that the ongoing climate summit is compromised
• The Africa Peoples’ Assembly is offering actionable transformational solutions needed for climate-compatible development in Africa
• Juliani's wife, Lilian Nganga, hailed his performance via her Instagram stories, noting that she was proud of him

Kenyan musician Juliani and other artistes have entertained Kenyans with their lyrical prowess at the Africa Peoples’ Assembly.

Objectives of Africa Peoples’ Assembly

According to a press release, the Africa People’s Climate Assembly, running concurrently with the Africa Climate Summit from the 4th to the 6th of September, will be distinctive.

The platform aims to foster inclusivity by bringing together civil society organizations, grassroots movements, indigenous communities, artists, youth activists, academics, think tanks, and various other stakeholders.

Its primary objective is to facilitate collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the formulation of practical, transformative solutions essential for promoting climate-compatible development in Africa.

Africa Climate Summit is compromised?

According to them,

"The Africa Climate Summit is compromised, lacks legitimacy and shows no indication of addressing the real and worsening climate crisis."

The release further stated that the policies presented during the summit are anticipated to perpetuate the exploitation of African resources, leading to the further concentration of power and wealth among a select few individuals.

Given the situation, there was a pressing requirement for a grassroots-driven organisation and a policy approach centred on the well-being of the people.

The approach was essential to promote alternative paths for climate and development that prioritise the interests and needs of the broader population.

Juliani headlines climate concert

The assembly included a People’s Climate Concert and a cultural evening vigil observed in the African way to commemorate victims of climate disasters and climate activists, serving as a reminder of the urgent need to prioritise climate action.

Among the artistes at the concert were:

Juliani, Teardrop, Yaba, Liboi, Dorphanage, Willie Oebaz Shari Afrika, G cho Pevu, Makes Coptell, Bena 3, Mico migra, Nelmo, Cricket, Kamore, Javan The Power, Ndio Zetu Kids, DHC, Dash, Jonge, Dbouy Gush, Sigingi and Ramsizol.

Juliani's performance was fire, and he took to Instagram to share the fiery performance.

His wife, Lilian Nganga, also supported her hubby by sharing a screenshot from the live stream.

She shared a fire emoji and tagged him.

Watch the clip below:

What was pledged for climate action?

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) pledged $4.5 billion (KSh 675 billion) in clean energy investments in Africa on Tuesday, September 5, at a landmark climate summit to showcase the continent's potential as a green powerhouse.

President William Ruto used the Africa Climate Summit in Nairobi to shift the narrative on the region, presenting the clean energy transition as a unique opportunity for Africa - if it can attract the financing to realise its potential.

Sultan Al Jaber, who heads the UAE's national oil company ADNOC and government-owned renewable energy company Masdar, said the investment would "jumpstart a pipeline of bankable clean energy projects.