As climate risks intensify across Eastern and Southern Africa, governments, humanitarian organisations and communities face a critical question: Are we prepared to act before disaster strikes?
This article examines the different risks El Niño can bring to Eastern and Southern Africa, from flooding and landslides to drought and food insecurity. It argues that preparedness should reflect local conditions and the pressures communities already face.
It explores practical anticipatory action, including protecting water supplies, preparing emergency resources, supporting farmers and pastoralists, and turning early warnings into accessible, trusted information that communities can act on.
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El NiñoEmergency PreparednessAnticipatory ActionClimate ResilienceAfrica