Abu Dhabi: African leaders sought collaboration among nations and technology innovation to tackle climate change and ensure sustainable development of nations on the continent. Addressing the 2025 Abu Dhabi Sustainable Week in the United Arab Emirates Wednesday, they maintained synergy among nations was critical to addressing climate change and growing the continent's economy for sustainable development.

According to Anadolu Agency, Nigeria's President Bola Ahmed Tinubu emphasized that no nation can walk the road to sustainability alone, asserting that the fight against climate change requires collaboration among nations. "The fight against climate change is not merely an environmental necessity but a global economic opportunity to reshape the trajectory of our continent and the global energy landscape," he declared.

Rwanda's President Paul Kagame pointed out that political commitment alone cannot address the climate change issue and sustainable development, urging leaders to close the gap between political will and tangible action. "We recognize that sustainable development is a collective effort. We must learn from the mistake of the past," he said, asking nations to embrace technology in tackling climate challenges for sustainable development "where politics has failed."

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni highlighted the potential benefits of investing in Africa, noting it would guarantee access to the growing market. While underscoring his country's efforts to boost the economy and address environmental problems, Museveni expressed Uganda's intent to collaborate with nations on the recommendations of the Abu Dhabi summit.