Power Shift Africa
Coverage of Power Shift Africa in the Nexus archive.
- Weather pattern El Nino is here and could reach historic intensity
El Nino has arrived and could reach historic intensity by late 2023, according to NOAA. Scientists warn it may exacerbate extreme weather events, including droughts and floods, and combine with fossil fuel-driven climate change to push global temperatures to record levels. Governments in Central America and East Africa are preparing for potential food crises.
- Weather pattern El Nino has begun, says US agency NOAA
The US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) confirmed the onset of El Niño, predicting it could intensify into a historic event by year-end. Scientists warn it may exacerbate global warming effects, causing extreme weather patterns and impacting agriculture, while climate experts urge urgent action to address the crisis.