M&G’s doomsday reporter has returned from his sabbatical seeking that elusive silver lining
The purpose of the forum is to generate demystified and interpreted weather and climate information to assess the options and possible remedies
Extreme weather phenomena are occurring and this is having a ripple effect throughout the world
In the dry southern part of the island it is largely the women who have to find water and food to ensure the survival of their families
50 000 more cases in East Africa each year, and 30 000 fewer cases in Southern Africa each year, when phenomenon is in full force
Inadequate infrastructure and clogged storm water drains are costing lives as extreme weather patterns become more frequent.
From examining corals and fossilised marine animals, researchers have been able to detect tell-tale signs of the oceans starting to heat up.
Maize and livestock farmers in South Africa – and in surrounding countries – will probably have to tighten their belts again.
South Africa last year record its lowest annual rainfall levels since comprehensive records began in 1904, putting millions at risk of food shortage.
Amidst competing claims for emergency aid, averting tragedy in east and southern Africa must be a priority.
The capital of Namibia, is running out of water. It’s a crisis that this city is uniquely equipped to solve – and one South Africa should learn from.
The margin by which 2015 beat the previous year has been flagged by three weather agencies as cause for great concern.
Following a call from the UN for a record $20.1 billion, 15 of the world’s leading aid agencies were polled on their top humanitarian concerns.
Data from the UK Meteorological Office shows that 2015 will surpass last year as the hottest year on record.
Nasa – which uses its satellites to observe climate change – has said this year will probably be the hottest on record.
An El Niño pattern developing in the Pacific Ocean is likely to bring drought to much of Southern Africa, hitting crop and livestock production.