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2848: Onafriq's Role in Fostering Africa's Climate Resilience
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In an era where climate change and economic development are two of the most significant challenges facing the African continent, how can technology and financial innovation pave the way for a more resilient and prosperous future? This episode of Tech Talks Daily delves into the heart of these issues with Funmi Dele-Giwa, General Counsel and Head of Governance, Risk & Compliance at MFS Africa, now steering the helm at Onafriq with a vision to revolutionize Africa's financial landscape. Africa, despite its minimal contribution to global emissions, finds itself on the frontline of climate change's adverse effects. With extreme weather events becoming more frequent and severe, the need for robust climate adaptation and resilience strategies has never been more pressing. However, the continent's fight against climate change is hampered by a lack of adequate funding and a financial architecture that fails to address its unique challenges. Enter Onafriq, a company poised at the intersection of financial services