Ethiopia has introduced Forest Carbon Trading Directive No. 1122/2025, creating a legal framework for the generation, verification, and transfer of forest-based carbon credits. This move shifts the country from a simple supplier of credits to a regulator aiming to define the rules of natural capital in Africa. By institutionalizing carbon as state policy and preparing to host COP32 in 2027, Ethiopia is positioning itself to lead continental discussions on carbon sovereignty, pricing, and integrity standards. The goal is to ensure African nations capture more value from their environmental assets rather than relying on external standards.
