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Africa Braces for El Niño as Drought and Flood Risks Threaten Food Security

Neville Ng'ambwa August 11, 2026

Africa is bracing for worsening food-security pressures as a strengthening El Niño raises the risk of drought in Southern Africa and heavier-than-normal rainfall in East Africa. With more than 306 million Africans undernourished in 2024, experts are urging governments and farmers to strengthen water harvesting, soil conservation, flood protection and climate-resilient farming before the October–December rains.

El Niño Watch

Five Lessons Africa Can Teach the World About Super El Niño

Correspondent July 6, 2026

As scientists warn that a powerful "Super El Niño" could develop in 2026, experts argue the world has much to learn from Africa's decades of experience managing climate extremes. From early warning systems and climate-resilient crops to community-led adaptation and integrated planning, Africa's hard-earned lessons offer a blueprint for building resilience in an increasingly unpredictable climate.

Health Tech & Energy

Lack of Clean Energy Deepens Health and Climate Crisis Across Sub-Saharan Africa

Pauline Ongaji June 29, 2026

Millions of people across Sub-Saharan Africa continue to live without electricity and clean cooking solutions, deepening health risks, accelerating environmental degradation, and worsening climate vulnerability.

El Niño Watch

El Niño: Scientists Warn of Major Crop Disruptions Across Africa

Peter Ngare June 17, 2026

Scientists warn that shifting rainfall patterns, droughts, floods, and rising temperatures may severely impact agricultural productivity, food prices, and livelihoods, underscoring the urgent need for preparedness and climate-resilient farming strategies.

Conservation

Can Redirecting the Congo River Bring Lake Chad Back to Life?

Neville Ng'ambwa June 9, 2026

Lake Chad has lost nearly 90% of its surface area, threatening the livelihoods of more than 40 million people across Central and West Africa. A controversial US$50 billion proposal to redirect water from the Congo River Basin could revive the shrinking lake, but critics warn it may trigger serious environmental consequences elsewhere.

Climate Change

As climate change deepens, African cities face the daunting prospect of more deadly rains

Correspondent May 6, 2026

As climate change intensifies rainfall patterns across East Africa, cities like Nairobi are facing increasingly deadly floods driven by rapid urbanization, poor drainage systems, and rising precipitation levels.

Climate Change

Artificial Intelligence Could Help Africa Navigate a Warming Future

Dr. Millicent Kabara April 30, 2026

As climate change accelerates across Africa, artificial intelligence is emerging as a critical tool to help farmers and governments anticipate extreme weather, improve decision-making, and build resilience. From predicting rainfall patterns to simulating future climate risks, AI is shifting the continent from reactive crisis response to proactive adaptation, offering hope to millions facing an increasingly uncertain future.

Green Finance

Ethiopia Launches Carbon Credit Framework to Tap Global Climate Markets

Peter Ngare April 15, 2026

Ethiopia has taken a major step into global carbon markets by introducing a directive that defines ownership, trading rights, and regulation of carbon credits. The framework is expected to unlock climate finance, attract private investment, and strengthen the country’s role in international carbon trading under the Paris Agreement.

Tech & Energy

Africa’s First Tri-National Climate Camera Launches to Space

Neville Ng'ambwa April 13, 2026

Kenya, Egypt, and Uganda have launched ClimCam, a tri-national climate monitoring camera, to the International Space Station to track floods and droughts across Africa.

Conservation

White Rhinos Return to Kidepo After 40-Year Absence

Neville Ng'ambwa April 10, 2026

Uganda celebrates a historic conservation victory as white rhinos return to Kidepo Valley National Park after a 43-year absence, marking a new era for the nation's "Big Five" wildlife heritage.