Madagascar has initiated discussions on establishing a legal framework and a national policy for green jobs. A three-day roundtable held in Antaninarenina brings together relevant ministries and technical and financial partners to assess the current state of green jobs and skills before their formalization. The goal is to identify and evaluate existing green jobs and skills to provide a baseline for supporting the transition to a green economy. The proceedings are expected to result in a roadmap that will serve as a foundation for developing a national green jobs policy.
“It is essential to identify and evaluate existing green jobs and skills before formalizing them,” emphasized Nolave Luck Aristide Andriatsihala, Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development. According to authorities, Madagascar currently lacks a specific legal framework for green jobs, even though a significant portion of environment-related activities is carried out in the informal sector. Initial efforts to structure this sector began after COP27, with the ambition of creating an environment conducive to its development.
The initiative is jointly led by the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development, the Ministry of Labor, Employment and Public Service, and the Ministry of Youth and Sports, with support from technical and financial partners, including the International Labour Organization (ILO), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), and UNICEF. In terms of responsibilities, the Ministry of Environment is tasked with leading the transition to a green economy, the Ministry of Labor with preparing the regulatory framework for recognizing green jobs, and the Ministry of Youth with promoting access to these professions for young people and women.
The government is also banking on this sector to address the challenge of youth unemployment. According to the Minister of Environment and Sustainable Development, Madagascar has significant potential to create green jobs in several sectors, including waste recycling, sustainable forest management, sustainable agriculture, and the protection of protected areas. He also believes that Madagascar can benefit from the carbon market. As one of the seven lowest carbon-emitting countries, the nation intends to leverage this asset to generate revenue to fund the creation of green jobs for local communities, particularly for youth and women.
Captured & Published at: 2026-07-16 14:11:44 (Madagascar Local Time EAT)
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