The ozone layer is healing, a powerful testament to the effectiveness of the Montreal Protocol, often hailed as the most successful environmental treaty in history. However, despite this progress, significant challenges remain. These include discrepancies in atmospheric monitoring of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), the need for improved data collection in regions without monitoring infrastructure,  the growing accumulation of refrigerant gases in developing countries, and geopolitical tensions and limited urgency from some parties continue to hinder effective global action.

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Every year on September 16th, the world celebrates the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, commemorating the signing of the Montreal Protocol in 1987, a treaty that has become one of humanity’s greatest environmental success stories.

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Since the adoption of the Vienna Convention 40 years ago, significant progress has been made in restoring the ozone layer. The convention established a framework for international cooperation to address the effects of human activities on the ozone layer. 

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Regional Network Meeting for National Ozone Officers of English-Speaking African Countries

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This strategic approach aims to maximize the organization's impact in alignment with its mission.

Moreover, the strategic plan will empower CEJAD to build stronger partnerships, enhance resource mobilization initiatives, and engage partners and stakeholders more effectively and meaningfully, including communities collaborating with the organization. 

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The workshop focused on key topics such as the Montreal Protocol and Kigali Amendments, the review of the National Cooling Action Plan, gender issues in environmental contexts, and compliance and enforcement strategies for licensing and quota systems related to controlled substances under the Montreal Protocol.

• Read more about NACODS sensitization workshop on Montreal protocol and the Kigali amendment requirements.