The Clean Air Forum Lagos 2024 is in full swing at Sheraton Hotel, Ikeja, with Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, General Manager of LASEPA, and senior management staff of the agency in attendance.

The 5-day event, currently in its second day, has gathered a diverse group of over 300 air quality stakeholders from 40 cities and 40 countries to confront the pressing issue of air pollution in Africa.

Organized by AirQo, Makerere University; AQMRG, University of Lagos, and LASEPA, the forum has featured presentations from academia and policymakers, highlighting innovative solutions to combat air pollution in Africa. Topics have included the use of technology in air quality management, sustainable transportation solutions, and community-led initiatives to reduce air pollution.

A key focus emerging from the presentations is the importance of leveraging technology to address air pollution, with speakers highlighting the potential of sensor networks, data analytics, and artificial intelligence to monitor and manage air quality in real-time. Sustainable transportation solutions and community-led initiatives have also been emphasized, with successful pilot projects and local initiatives showcased.

The plenary session has provided a platform for participants to share best practices and discuss potential solutions to common challenges, with a panel discussion featuring policymakers and experts sharing their perspectives on the policy and regulatory frameworks needed to support clean air actions in African cities.

The Clean Air Forum aims to promote knowledge sharing, collaborations, and partnerships to address air pollution in African cities, recognizing that a multi-stakeholder approach is necessary to improve the health and well-being of the people of Africa.