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Thousands homeless after DR Congo’s worst floods in 60 years

In a makeshift camp for people displaced by floods in the Democratic Republic of Congo, father-of-three, Cyprien Seka, anxiously watched his baby nap on...

Agency confirms closure of Lagdo Dam, says excessive rains causing floods

The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) has confirmed Cameroonian authorities’ decision to shut down the spilling of excess water from the Lagdo Dam. NIHSA Director...

Floods, landslide kill over 136 people in Rwanda, Uganda

Over 130 people have lost their lives following floods and landslides caused by heavy rainfall in northern, southern and western parts of Rwanda. Six reportedly died...

New study highlights African cities’ ability to absorb rainfall, prevent floods

 A new, first-of-its-kind study has measured the “sponginess” – or the natural ability to soak up heavy rainfall – in five key cities across Africa. Kigali...

2022 floods affected 24,714 persons in Abuja – Agency

The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Agency says flood affected about 24,713 inhabitants in three of the six area councils of the FCT Abuja...

Floods: IFAD-VCDP donates water pumps, inputs to 261 farmers in Kogi

The Federal Government, through the Value Chain Development Programme (VCDP-AF), has distributed water pumps and inputs to 261 farmers in Kogi State to enhance...

Govt, IFAD to deploy climate adaptation strategies in mitigating floods on farmers

The Federal Government and the International Fund for Agricultural Development, through the Value Chain Development Programme (FG/IFAD -VCDP), will deploy climate adaptation strategies to...

Congo floods, landslides kill at least 120 in Kinshasa

At least 120 people are dead after heavy rains in the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to the government. The rainfall...

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Experts urge Nigerians to track climate spending to curb vulnerability

Experts have urged Nigerians to actively track government spending on climate projects, warning that poor awareness worsens the nation’s...
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Morocco tests floating solar panels to curb dam water loss amid severe drought

Morocco is testing floating solar panels on the Tangier Med dam in an effort to curb evaporation and generate...

Sidi Ould Tah takes office as AfDB President

On Monday, September 1, 2025, Sidi Ould Tah will officially take office as President of the African Development Bank...

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Experts urge Nigerians to track climate spending to curb vulnerability

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