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Climate-vulnerable Africa faces significant gaps in early warning systems, leaving millions at risk from extreme weather

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Briefings

Climate-related events in 2025 impacted at least 13 million people across Africa, with extreme weather disproportionately affecting populations over the last decade. Specific examples include Tropical Cyclone Freddy in February 2023, which caused over 1,500 deaths, and a 2015-16 drought in southern Africa resulting in 40 million people facing food insecurity.

Key points

• Tropical Cyclone Freddy in February 2023 caused widespread flooding resulting in over 1,500 deaths.
• A 2015-16 drought in southern Africa led to widespread crop failure and food insecurity for 40 million people.

Context

Climate-related events affected at least 13 million people across Africa in 2025. Over the last decade alone, extreme weather has affected populations in Africa disproportionately.

Limitations

Evidence covers only 2025 events and the last decade of historical data. Specific death tolls and food insecurity numbers are estimates from the source; other impacts remain unreported.

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