World’s Rivers Suffer One of the Driest Years in More than Three Decades, WMO Warns

World’s Rivers Suffer One of the Driest Years in More than Three Decades, WMO Warns

Global rivers experienced one of their driest years in more than three decades in 2025, according to the World Meteorological Organization. The report highlights declining freshwater storage, continued glacier loss, groundwater shortages and increasingly unpredictable swings between drought and flooding—putting communities and economies under growing pressure
Five Lessons Africa Can Teach the World About Super El Niño

Five Lessons Africa Can Teach the World About Super El Niño

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.