Nations Report: The past decade was the most heated in Africa

In its report on the state of climate in Africa 2024 issued today, the organization said that the past decade was the most hot ever on the continent, while last year was either the heat or the second most hot years according to the data set used.

The average surface temperature in Africa in 2024 was about 0.86 degrees Celsius than a long -term average period between 1991 and 2020, while North Africa recorded the highest temperature high (1.28 ° C). The organization explained that this sub -region of Africa is also witnessing the fastest rise in temperature.

Meanwhile, sea surface temperatures around the continent have reached record levels, with a special rise in the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean. According to the report, the marine heat waves have affected the largest area since the start of the measurements in 1993, to include almost all waters around the continent.

The World Meteorological Organization said that the high levels of ocean temperatures disrupt marine ecosystems, and may exacerbate tropical storms, and unite with the rise in sea level to constitute additional threats to coastal societies.

A report inspires to work

For its part, Cilest Solo, the general secretary of the organization, said that the “Climate Climate Report” reflects the urgent and escalating facts of climate change throughout the continent, and reveals “A blatant pattern of severe weather phenomena”, Where some countries suffer from exceptional floods caused by heavy rains, while other countries suffer from constant drought and scarcity of water.

Ms. Solo stressed that the organization and its partners are committed to working with countries to build the ability to withstand and enhance adaptation efforts in Africa through initiatives such as “Early warning for everyoneShe expressed her hope that “The report inspires teamwork to face increasing challenges and successive effects.”

While the report highlighted the challenges facing agriculture and the environment, food, water, energy, health and education, it also emphasized the existence of new opportunities and tools to confront these challenges. He stated that artificial intelligence, mobile communication tools, and advanced air prediction models enhance the accuracy and scope of weather services throughout Africa. However, he stressed that the expansion of digital transformation requires a greater infrastructure investment, stronger framework for data exchange, and providing more comprehensive services.

The World Meteorological Organization stressed the need to enhance the feeling of urgency to improve early warning systems, and to enhance the ability to adapt to climate change, and urged governments, development partners and the private sector to accelerate smart investments.