As a country that relies heavily on fossil fuels approximately 80 percent of our electricity is generated from coal. We adopted an energy mix policy,… - Buyelwa Sonjica

Even in the midst of the current financial crisis, it is the responsibility of developed countries to take the lead in combating climate change, not least through funding and technology transfer to developing countries.

We think that this is another measure that will overburden developing countries. We believe that the real debate for Copenhagen is mainly on two issues; firstly the targets for reductions and secondly, the mechanisms to fund climate change programmes.

As you would appreciate our situation in the continent is unique because we contribute about 2% of the 3,8% of emissions that Africa contributes. Consequently we have adopted a balanced approach looking at adaptation and mitigation