On Tuesday, 26 August 2025, the Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR), in collaboration with the Ministry of Green Economy and Environment (MGEE), will convene the National Summit on Climate Change Adaptation and Environmental Change Management in Lusaka. This dialogue provides a timely and inclusive platform for government, civil society, development partners, traditional leaders, and communities to reflect on Zambia’s climate change realities and explore sustainable pathways for environmental stewardship.

The summit will be graced by the Honourable Minister of Green Economy and Environment, Mr. Mike Mposha, who will deliver the keynote address. The programme will feature a rich blend of activities including citizen testimonies, thematic presentations, and panel discussions on Zambia’s climate adaptation and mitigation strategies, the legal and financing frameworks for environmental protection, agroecology, and the critical roles of citizens and partners in advancing resilience.

Highlights from the Programme

• Keynote Address by the Minister of Green Economy and Environment.
• Citizens’ Experiences: testimonies from communities on climate impacts, adaptation, and mitigation.
• Panel Discussions on Zambia’s climate change strategies, National Adaptation Plan (NAP) and Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC), and climate finance.
• Presentations on legal frameworks, agroecology, and the role of civil society in climate change advocacy.
• Interactive Plenaries after each session, ensuring participants’ voices shape the dialogue.

⚠️ Attendance:

Physical participation is strictly by invitation, while a Zoom link will be shared for those joining virtually.

This summit represents a vital moment in advancing policy advocacy around climate change and environmental management in Zambia. By fostering dialogue between decision-makers and citizens, the event aims to strengthen collaboration and chart a sustainable future for the country.