Africa Faces Heightened Hunger Risk as FAO Warns of Emerging El Niño Threat
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Africa Faces Heightened Hunger Risk as FAO Warns of Emerging El Niño Threat

Africa faces a heightened risk of hunger as the FAO warns of an emerging El Niño, which could disrupt rainfall and affect vulnerable agricultural regions. Millions are at risk of worsening food insecurity due to drought conditions, especially in the Sahel and Southern Africa. Urgent action is needed to support climate-resilient agriculture and early warning systems.
KMD Forecast El Niño Will Bring Mixed Weather Conditions Across Kenya
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KMD Forecast El Niño Will Bring Mixed Weather Conditions Across Kenya

The Kenya Met Department has forecast that El Niño will bring varying weather conditions across the country, with some regions experiencing below-average rainfall while others receive increased precipitation. Experts are urging communities, farmers, and county governments to prepare early for the heightened risk of floods and weather-related disasters during the 2026 short-rains season.
El Niño Starts, Putting Preparedness Efforts in Focus
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El Niño Starts, Putting Preparedness Efforts in Focus

The arrival of El Niño has renewed global preparedness efforts as forecasters warn the climate phenomenon could strengthen into a very strong event by late 2026. Experts are urging governments and communities to use advanced forecasts to prepare for potential floods, infrastructure damage, disease outbreaks, and other climate-related impacts.
El Niño Threat Grows as Forecast Odds Jump to 82%
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El Niño Threat Grows as Forecast Odds Jump to 82%

The probability of an El Niño event developing has surged to 82%, according to NOAA, with forecasts suggesting it could persist into early 2027. Scientists warn that a strong El Niño could intensify global climate impacts, bringing droughts, floods, heatwaves, and agricultural disruptions across many regions, including Africa.
El Niño Set to Hit Within Weeks, Says WMO
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El Niño Set to Hit Within Weeks, Says WMO

The World Meteorological Organization warns that El Niño could begin between May and July, with a high likelihood of strengthening into a significant event. The climate phenomenon is expected to disrupt global weather patterns, bringing above-average rainfall to parts of East Africa, including Kenya, while increasing the risk of floods, disease outbreaks, and infrastructure strain.
El Niño Threat Looms Over Kenya as Global Forecasts Point to Possible 2026 Return
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El Niño Threat Looms Over Kenya as Global Forecasts Point to Possible 2026 Return

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