World Animal Protection at the Africa Climate Summit 2025

This year, one subject is gaining overdue attention: the way we produce food and care for animals. Agriculture sustains millions but also contributes to deforestation and emissions. For a deeper look at how industrial animal farming drives greenhouse gases and what policymakers can do about it, see our briefing paper Towards equitable, humane and sustainable food systems. World Animal Protection will be present to ensure that humane and sustainable food systems are part of the conversation.

Understanding the Africa Climate Summit

Why the Summit Matters

The Africa Climate Summit is designed to amplify African perspectives on climate action. Delegates will discuss renewable energy, water resilience and climate finance. The summit emphasises self determination, urging African nations to lead the way rather than follow one size fits all models. By prioritising food systems, the summit recognises that hunger, biodiversity and climate stability are linked. For many African countries, reforming agriculture is essential for resilience.

World Animal Protection at the Summit

Humane and Sustainable Food Systems

World Animal Protection is known for its advocacy on animal welfare. At the summit, we will highlight how humane farming and agroecology offer solutions for both people and the planet. By moving away from confined animal feeding and towards plant rich diets and pasture based livestock, emissions can be reduced, antibiotics can be minimised and local economies can thrive. We insist that caring for animals is not a luxury but a pathway to climate resilience and food sovereignty. For these reason we will be hosting 3 side events at the Agriculture & Food Systems Pavilion.

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Highlighting our Side Events

Why It Matters

Many climate discussions ignore animals. This session seeks to broaden the debate and invite policymakers to view animal welfare as a key element of environmental stewardship.

Conclusion

The Africa Climate Summit 2025 offers a crucial opportunity to reimagine African food systems. By centring animal welfare and agroecology, World Animal Protection is showing that compassionate practices can strengthen resilience, reduce emissions and support local economies. As leaders and citizens seek a sustainable future, integrating humane farming into climate strategies will help build a world where animals, people and the environment flourish together.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does animal welfare affect climate change?

When animals are kept in cramped conditions and fed imported grains, they produce more methane and require land that drives deforestation. Humane practices, where animals graze and are part of diverse farms, cut emissions and improve soil health.

What is agroecology and why is it important?

Agroecology is a way of farming that respects ecological principles. It relies on crop diversity, natural pest control and welfare friendly livestock. It matters because it can yield robust harvests while reducing pollution and conserving biodiversity.

Why is World Animal Protection involved in climate talks?

The organisation sees animal welfare as inseparable from environmental health. By advocating at the summit, it ensures that policymakers consider humane food systems as part of climate solutions.

What can individuals do to support humane food systems?

People can choose plant rich meals, support local farmers who practise humane animal husbandry and advocate for policies that fund agroecological projects. Public demand influences markets and government priorities.

How will these side events influence policy?

By bringing together ministers, researchers and communities, the side events create momentum for integrating animal welfare into national strategies. Ideas shared at the summit can translate into reforms, investments and collaborations that extend beyond the event.