CONFERENCE OVERVIEW

8th International Climate Change and Population Conference on Africa

CCPOP-Ghana is an international conference that has provided a sustained platform on climate change and population issues in Africa through a global perspective since 2012.
The conference convenes scientists and researchers, policymakers, politicians, practitioners, civil society, and development actors to share lessons in building Africa’s resilience to climate change.
The 2026 Conference (CCPOP-Ghana 2026) will be under the theme "Our Health in Peril" as rising temperatures, shifting rainfall patterns, and extreme weather events are already reshaping disease patterns, straining health systems, and deepening vulnerabilities across Africa.
The conference will explore how these climate pressures affect population health and health systems resilience in a trans-disciplinary context, through innovative methods and harmonized data frameworks suited to African contexts. This includes speaking to the WHO Operational Framework, SOSCHI and the Balem Health Action Plan in mainstreaming climate actions that protect health under growing climate risk.
Conference Theme

“Our Health in Peril”

Addressing climate-health vulnerabilities, strengthening health systems resilience, and advancing climate-informed public health solutions across Africa.

Thematic Areas

The conference is open to researchers and professionals across disciplines. Presenters are encouraged to submit abstracts under the following thematic areas:
We warmly welcome contributions across related disciplines and sectors. Accepted abstracts will be published in the conference proceedings, and participation certificates issued to all participants.

Submission Guidelines

  • Oral and poster presentations accepted
  • Structured abstracts of up to 300 words
  • All submissions must be in English
  • Abstracts should be submitted electronically
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Important Dates

Abstract Submission Deadline
06 March 2026
Notification of Acceptance
16 March 2026