Africa is entering a decisive phase for carbon markets, yet gaps remain…
Global demand is growing for credible credits linked to real impact
Project developers face gaps in finance, risk mitigation and market access
Policy readiness is advancing, but implementation pathways remain uneven
The Government of Rwanda has formally endorsed CMAS 2026, reaffirming its commitment to climate finance, carbon markets, and sustainable development across Africa.
The only pan-African platform to connect carbon supply, demand, capital and policy in one environment.
Bringing governments, buyers and financiers into structured dialogue that enables authorisations, investment decisions and transactions.
Focused on Article 6, VCM integrity, MRV, compliance and transparent market infrastructure, aligned with international standards and African realities.
Curated participation, investor and buyer roundtables, project screening and targeted matchmaking, prioritising quality engagement over volume.
Hands-on masterclasses, solution labs and technical sessions designed to strengthen African market readiness, upskill stakeholders, and accelerate participation in real carbon transactions.
Led by an advisory board of regional and global leaders from AfDB, VCMI, Verra, UNDP and more, ensuring the agenda is grounded, ambitious and actionable.
The Carbon Markets Africa Summit is the premier event dedicated to unlocking Africa’s carbon market potential, connecting policymakers, investors, project developers, and corporate buyers to drive real action.
High-level participants:
Investors:
Bernardin Uzayisaba, Regional Carbon Market Programme Specialist – UNDP Africa Sustainable Finance Hub.
CMAS 2025 brought together Africa’s carbon markets ecosystem around delivery and integrity. The inaugural summit took place in Johannesburg, South Africa. CMAS 2025 convened public and private sector stakeholders to advance dialogue on Article 6, standards, MRV and capital mobilisation, reinforcing the value of a dedicated platform focused on translating policy and ambition into credible project pipelines across Africa.
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