The second edition of Climate Talks, hosted by JoyNews in partnership with the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, drew a large and enthusiastic crowd in Keta, sparking a powerful dialogue on the role of indigenous knowledge in addressing coastal erosion.
Held under the theme “Promoting Indigenous Knowledge for Coastal Resilience,” the dialogue took place with a focus on Keta’s long-standing struggle with tidal waves and sea erosion, an ever-present reminder of the urgent need for localised, community-driven climate action.
The gathering brought together traditional leaders, fisherfolk, policymakers, climate-focused NGOs, youth leaders, and environmental advocates, all aligned in their mission to integrate indigenous strategies into climate adaptation efforts.
Discussions were focused on enhancing the sustainability and effectiveness of climate responses while preserving cultural heritage and community identity.
This second edition of Climate Talks was designed to ensure that indigenous knowledge systems are recognized and reflected in Ghana’s National Adaptation Plan (NAP) and its Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement.
It was also meant to encourage open dialogue, identify, document, and advocate the strengthening of community and policymaker capacities to incorporate traditional practices into resilience planning.
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