Adwoa Wiafe,
the Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer at MTN Ghana, will
deliver the keynote address at the Africa Climate Communication Summit 2025
(Virtual Edition). The summit, themed “Towards a Climate Resilient Africa
through Strategic Communication”, comes ahead of the UNFCCC Conference of the
Parties (COP) in Brazil this November.
As a leading
voice in corporate sustainability, Adwoa Wiafe has consistently championed the
integration of environmental responsibility with business growth. At MTN Ghana,
she has been instrumental in advancing the company’s sustainability pillars,
which focus on reducing carbon emissions and adopting green technologies,
supporting inclusive community development and digital inclusion, and upholding
ethical leadership, transparency, and accountability in business operations.
Her keynote
address will highlight how strategic communication can transform climate
challenges into shared opportunities, ensuring that messages reach
policymakers, businesses, and communities in ways that inspire meaningful
action.
The Africa
Climate Communication Summit will bring together storytellers, journalists,
communication experts, and creative artists from across Africa and beyond,
including Benin, Mali, Nigeria, and the United Kingdom. Participants will
exchange ideas and share lived experiences, exploring how communication can
bridge the gap between science, policy, and the everyday realities of climate
change.
Adwoa Wiafe’s
keynote is expected to focus on the critical role of the private sector in
climate action, linking MTN Ghana’s sustainability journey with Africa’s
broader climate agenda. Her contribution will emphasize that business can be a
powerful force for good when communication is used to build understanding,
trust, and collaboration.
Speaking ahead
of the event, Adwoa Wiafe noted: “Climate communication is more than just
awareness, it is about mobilizing action. At MTN Ghana, we are committed to
telling Africa’s climate story in a way that empowers people, protects the
environment, and secures a sustainable future for generations to come.”
The Summit
comes at a critical time, as Africa faces growing climate risks but also
demonstrates immense potential to lead with innovation, resilience, and
community driven solutions. By putting communication at the heart of climate
action, the event calls for Public Africa’s story to be told clearly, boldly,
and inclusively not as victims, but as key players in shaping a resilient
future. Participation in the Africa Climate Communication Summit 2025 is free
and open to all. Interested individuals can register online: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/o4qyWeJSS_Ky2TGwUXrjEA.
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
