UK and UNU-WIDER fund climate finance programme in Mozambique
The FORÇA programme will strengthen Mozambique's ability to access and manage climate funds.
The United Kingdom and UNU-WIDER have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to launch the FORÇA programme in Mozambique. This initiative, led by Mozambique's Government through the Ministry of Planning and Development, aims to bolster the nation's capacity to mobilize and access climate finance. The UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office is providing funding for the programme, with UNU-WIDER acting as fund manager and implementation partner.
Mozambique faces significant risks from climate change, with cyclones, floods, and droughts impacting its economy by several percentage points of GDP annually. The FORÇA programme will support the National Directorate for Climate Finance by strengthening institutional capacity, providing technical expertise, and improving data systems. Louise Walker, Deputy High Commissioner at the British High Commission in Maputo, stated that the UK is backing Mozambique to build a reliable climate finance system.
The programme seeks to enhance Mozambique's ability to identify financing opportunities, coordinate stakeholders, and improve climate finance planning and implementation. UNU-WIDER's role includes providing financial and operational oversight, and working with the National Directorate for Climate Finance to embed new skills and systems. This initiative aims to build lasting national capacity for climate action and attract green investment by leveraging Mozambique's solar, wind, and water resources.
Why it mattersMozambique's institutions will gain skills and systems to access and manage climate finance, helping the country address climate change impacts and attract investment.