




Leading the Way in Climate and Development Solutions for Africa
The ACDI is a university-wide institute at the University of Cape Town which supports collaborative research and training in climate change and development. ACDI is at the forefront of innovative research, shaping Africa’s journey towards low-carbon, equitable, and climate-resilient societies.
Latest Highlights from ACDI

ACDI launches new strategy for impact
ACDI launches new strategy for impact, advancing climate change and development research through African-led research, capacity development and collaboration
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UCT project addresses heat risks in vulnerable communities
ACDI-based research project, Heat Adaptation Benefits for Vulnerable groups In Africa (HABVIA), recently participated in the HeatNexus convening, highlighting its work on heat adaptation in vulnerable communitie
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UCT students excel at SDG Summer School and Olympiad
Three University of Cape Town (UCT) students, supported by the ALBATROSS Project, have made a significant impact at the 2024 SDG Summer School in Geneva and the subsequent SDG Olympiad in Paris.
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BLOG: Bridging the Gap Between Climate Risk Recognition and Action in South Africa’s Agro-Food Sector
Koaile Monaheng, ACDI Master student, highlights his research into the gap between climate risk recognition and action in South Africa’s Agro-Food Sector.
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