Tropical Storm Gonzalo recently flooded parts of Sal, Cabo Verde.

In the aftermath, institutions and stakeholders convened in Praia to validate a national Early Warnings for All roadmap. This move aims to bolster disaster preparedness and response mechanisms across the country, ensuring that future storms like Gonzalo cause less devastation.

The meeting focused on creating a robust early warning system to better protect citizens from extreme weather events.

Long-term vulnerability remains high due to Cabo Verde's geographic exposure to tropical storms. The new roadmap is crucial for reducing risks and improving resilience against such natural disasters.

Can local infrastructure withstand future compounding shocks?

The validated Early Warnings for All roadmap signals a proactive stance towards enhancing Cabo Verde's disaster response capabilities. However, significant investment in resilient infrastructure is still needed to fully protect against compound climate risks.

Proactive steps are being taken but more work lies ahead.