Horn Of Africa | Importance of Intersectoral Climate and Remote Sensing Analysis

The latest REACH report on regional climate analysis highlights the significant impacts of climate shocks in the Horn of Africa, including Kenya, Somalia, and Ethiopia. This report integrates remote sensing data with intersectoral assessments to provide a comprehensive view of humanitarian needs. Prolonged droughts and extreme flooding have severely affected livelihoods and food security in this arid region.? ?

Key Messages:?

• Climate Variability: From 2020 to 2023, the region experienced prolonged droughts followed by extreme flooding, exacerbated by climate change.?

• Climate Shocks: Droughts and floods, were the most reported issues in REACH assessments across three countries, surpassing conflict and insecurity in frequency, highlighting their growing impact on the humanitarian situation.?

• Transboundary Impact: Climate phenomena affect multiple countries, underscoring the need for a regional approach to humanitarian interventions.?

• Role of Remote Sensing: Remote sensing indicators help understand and predict climate shocks, guiding humanitarian interventions, especially in hard-to-reach areas.?

This report is crucial for humanitarian organizations working in the region, providing essential data to develop effective intervention strategies against climate change impacts. One of the broader global objectives of REACH is to mainstream climate analysis within its intersectoral assessments.?For a complete analysis, read the full report here.?