TURKEY, Nov. 13 -- PRESIDENT Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan has called for accelerated action to expand access to clean cooking across Africa, urging governments, development partners and the private sector to translate financial commitments into practical solutions for millions of households still dependent on polluting fuels.

“Our success must be measured not only by the resources mobilised, but also by the number of families gaining access to affordable, reliable and sustainable clean cooking solutions,” President Samia said.

Addressing the COP31 High-Level Meeting on Clean Cooking Energy in Africa in Antalya, Türkiye, yesterday, President Samia said the continent must intensify efforts to ensure that clean cooking becomes a...