13 young activists fighting for climate action in Africa
FROM toolkits to snacks, Africa's Gen Zs and Millennials are on the frontlines, creating awareness and inspiring action against climate change. Kelo Uchendu: A voice for youths and children at “Africa’s COP” Kelo Uchendu leads policy developments at YOUNGO, the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCC) youth and children constituency. The 26-year-old witnessed the effect of acid rain along the oil-rich Niger Delta, which provoked him to seek a solution to the health hazard caused by acidic aerosols from gas and refinery operations in the region. The young climate activist is responsible for ensuring the voices of children and…