On 9 and 10 June 2026, AFI and the Central Bank of Lesotho hosted an Inclusive Green Finance Workshop in Maseru.

The event was attended by over 100 representatives from government agencies, the National Climate Change Committee, banks, insurance companies, fintechs, and international organizations. It sought to raise awareness of the state of climate change and climate action, and of how Inclusive Green Finance policies can green the financial sector, build climate resilience among vulnerable groups, and accelerate the transition to a sustainable future.

“Climate risks and climate shocks pose threats to livelihood and deepen poverty,” said CBL First Deputy Governor, Lehlomela Mohapi. “It is therefore imperative that we all take part in concerted efforts to mitigate climate impacts, and to build our country’s resilience.”

“Through savings, insurance, and credit, financial inclusion can equip vulnerable groups to absorb and recover from climate shocks,” said Nomcebo Hadebe, Head of AFI’s Africa Region Office. “But for the green transition to be inclusive, policies must ensure that women, youth, rural communities, and MSMEs are not left behind, due to high upfront costs or lack of collateral.”

The Workshop’s outcomes will inform an inclusive Green Finance Roadmap and Strategy, to be developed by the Central Bank of Lesotho with support from AFI, as part of AFI’s In-Country Implementation project.