About us – CCCE Africa 2025

About CCCE Africa Foundation

About CCCE Africa: Advancing Climate Action & Circular Economy in Africa Climate Change and Circular Economy Africa (CCCE Africa) is a non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to driving sustainable transformation across industries by integrating climate action, circular economy principles, and green innovation into Africa’s economic landscape. CCCE Africa fosters cross-sector collaboration, empowering governments, businesses, and communities to implement scalable solutions that address climate change, resource efficiency, and industrial sustainability. Join Us in Creating a Sustainable Future!

We invite governments, businesses, multilateral organizations, research institutions, and NGOs to collaborate with us in shaping Africa’s sustainable development. By partnering with CCCE Africa, you contribute to actionable solutions that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—including climate action (SDG 13), industry innovation (SDG 9), responsible consumption (SDG 12), and sustainable cities (SDG 11).

Our Mission and Focus Areas

CCCE Africa is committed to accelerating Africa’s transition to a low-carbon, resource-efficient future by working with key industries, innovators, and policymakers.

Oil & Gas Sustainability & Spill Management

Driving responsible energy practices, oil spill response innovation, emissions mitigation, and carbon credit monetization for a more sustainable energy sector.

Circular Economy & Industrial Resource Optimization

Promoting waste-to-value solutions and sustainable production for key sectors such as manufacturing, agriculture, and urban development.

Climate Change & Environmental Resilience

Implementing nature-based solutions, emissions reduction strategies, and adaptation frameworks to combat climate change.

Sustainable Energy & Green Transition

Supporting the adoption of renewable energy, green hydrogen, and clean technology to power Africa’s industries while reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

Smart Infrastructure & Sustainable Cities

Advocating for eco-friendly urban development, green building technologies, and circular construction materials to create resilient cities.

Automotive & Industrial Decarbonization

Promoting electric vehicles (EVs), clean mobility infrastructure, and green manufacturing to revolutionize Africa’s transport and logistics industries.

CCCE Africa 2025: A Flagship Platform for Collaboration & Innovation

To amplify our impact, CCCE Africa hosts the annual CCCE Africa Conference & Expo, bringing together government representatives, corporate leaders, innovators, and sustainability experts to explore cutting-edge solutions in climate resilience, industrial sustainability, and circular economy development.

This high-impact platform offers:

Strategic Industry Dialogues with policymakers and business leaders.
Exhibitions & Live Demonstrations showcasing sustainable innovations.
Workshops & Capacity-Building sessions for SMEs and entrepreneurs.
Partnership Opportunities to drive investment in green solutions.

Meet the Convener

Zigwai A. Fanda is a social and environmental entrepreneur dedicated to transforming Africa’s approach to sustainability through climate action, circular economy innovation, and community-driven development. With a background in Chemical Engineering (BSc/MSc) from the University of Aberdeen, UK, she has built a career that bridges the worlds of engineering, sustainability, and entrepreneurship.

As part of her mission to create systemic change, Zigwai Fanda founded Climate Change and Circular Economy Africa (CCCE Africa)—a leading non-governmental organization (NGO) committed to bridging the gap between policy, innovation, and industry in Africa’s sustainability landscape. CCCE Africa fosters cross-sector collaboration to tackle the continent’s most pressing environmental and economic challenges, positioning Africa as a global leader in climate-conscious industrialization.

Zigwai A. Fanda | Founder & Convener CCCE Africa