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C40 Cities’ Financing Sustainable African Cities Forum explores potential of African cities in tackling global climate change

Published by Gbaf News

Posted on June 12, 2019

3 min read

Last updated: January 21, 2026

C40 Cities Forum in Johannesburg focusing on sustainable investment in African cities - Global Banking & Finance Review — Image from the C40 Cities Financing Sustainable African Cities Forum in Johannesburg, highlighting investment opportunities for climate solutions in Africa's urban centers.

The Forum will be held in Africa for the first time
Africa’s leading city officials to connect with investors at C40 Cities’ industry-leading sustainability Forum in Johannesburg on 12^thJune
The event aims to highlight the huge investment opportunity in Africa, paving the way for a more sustainable future
Speaker highlights include Val Smith, Managing Director and Global Head, Corporate Sustainability, Citi; Executive Mayor Herman Mashaba, City of Johannesburg; Mayor Sowah, City of Accra

C40 Cities’ Financing Sustainable African Cities Forum will take place on Wednesday 12^th June for the first time in Johannesburg, South Africa. The Forum will provide a high-profile platform for city mayors and senior officials from across Africa to connect with investors, including Rand Merchant Bank and AfD, international stakeholders and not-for-profit organisations, during an exclusive one-day event.

The Forum is hosted by C40 Cities’ Financing Sustainable Cities Initiative (FSCI), which is supported by the Citi Foundation. The Forum will showcase the potential of Africa’s city-level projects and the opportunities available for an investment community that is increasingly seeking out sustainable urban solutions in the region. It will help to facilitate new investment in these solutions, empowering African cities to take the lead in changing the trajectory of the fight against climate change.

Speakers in attendance will include his Excellency Ambassador Bene Lofongo M’poko, Dean of the Diplomatic Corp in South Africa; Jerrod Moodley, Rand Merchant Bank; Mayor of Sowah, City of Accra, Executive Mayor Herman Mashaba, City of Johannesburg and Val Smith,Managing Director and Global Head, Corporate Sustainability, Citi. Topics include financial tools for climate adaptation in cities, aligning inclusivity with sustainability and partnerships to develop clean transportation and energy, culminating in wrap-up sessions for cities to discuss new ideas for sustainable change, share expertise and decide next steps in their journey to tackle climate change.

Safeguarding the future of global cities has never been more important, with over half the world’s population now living in urban areas. The knowledge, technologies and ambition exist to make cities more resilient and accelerate urban sustainability projects across the globe. Furthermore, city leaders share this ambition and are committed to making this much-needed change happen for the wellbeing of residents and future generations.

For effective urban sustainable solutions to materialise, however, they need solid financial foundations. Through its various events, the FSCI connects city leaders with investors to bridge the gap between idea and implementation in the urban sustainability landscape.

James Alexander, City Finance Programme Director, C40 Cities Climate Leadership Group, said, “As a key player in driving urban sustainability projects across the globe, we are proud to be facilitating the conversation around sustainable city financing in Africa for the first time. We are committed to driving environmentally sound solutions and facilitating global partnerships throughout the region and beyond. African cities offer viable investment opportunities and we hope to demonstrate this through the Forum, enabling investors to recognise the potential that awaits here.”