Climate hazards have caused 90% of disasters in Africa from 2023 to 2026, resulting in $133 billion in losses.

Since the adoption of the Sendai Framework in 2015, African nations have made some policy progress, but significant gaps remain in financing, data collection, and implementation. The economic toll underscores the urgent need for more robust disaster risk reduction strategies to protect vulnerable populations and economies.

The report highlights that while there has been some improvement in policies, the financial and logistical challenges continue to hamper effective response and recovery efforts across the continent.

Without addressing these gaps, Africa remains highly vulnerable to future climate-related disasters, which could exacerbate existing economic and social inequalities.

What is the long-term climate outlook for this region?

The long-term outlook suggests increasing frequency and intensity of climate hazards in Africa. Continued investment in disaster risk reduction strategies is crucial to mitigate future losses and protect communities.

Investment remains key to improving resilience.