Tanzania demands predictable “loss & damage” funding at COP30

Tanzania has made firm calls during COP30 in Belém for the Loss and Damage Fund to provide timely, adequate, and predictable financing to vulnerable countries, especially in Africa. Delegates from Tanzania argue that climate impacts are already causing irreversible harm, and that developed nations must honor their historical responsibility by contributing more significantly. The Tanzanian position emphasizes that current climate finance is insufficient and too volatile, leaving communities exposed to repeated shocks. The government also highlighted its efforts to build climate-resilient infrastructure, noting that it has upgraded roads and bridges to withstand extreme weather, thereby boosting connectivity and reducing vulnerability. Tanzania’s plea is framed as part of a broader African push, not just for more money, but for justice and concrete, long-term backing.