Climate threats jeopardize growth, investments in greater Horn of Africa: IGAD

The Greater Horn of Africa faces severe climate threats, including prolonged droughts and devastating floods, which are undermining economic growth and investments across the region. These extreme weather events are increasingly frequent and intense, disrupting agriculture, displacing millions, and straining existing economies.

Seeds of Change: How Digital Tools and Data Can Empower Africa’s Farmers and End Hunger

African agriculture is being revolutionized by the launch of the Africa Digital Crop Variety Catalogue, a multi-country, open-access platform designed to empower farmers and address food insecurity. This initiative aims to combat issues like poor harvests, climate change, and nutritional deficiencies by providing data-driven insights into seed varieties.

42 Million people in horn of Africa staring at acute food shortage

Greater Horn of Africa headed for depressed rainfall in October to December season

Climate scientists at the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC), have forecast depressed rainfall in the greater horn of Africa region.