Climate change is a pressing global issue, with profound effects on ecosystems, economies, and communities. In the East and Southern African region, the impacts of climate change are increasingly evident, manifesting through extreme weather events, rising temperatures, and shifting rainfall patterns. According to the Global Climate Risk Index, several countries in this region rank among the most vulnerable to climate change, with Madagascar and Mozambique frequently cited as high-risk nations due to their exposure to cyclones and flooding while Ethiopia, Kenya among other cited for droughts. Recent studies indicate that agricultural yields in the region could decline by up to 30% by 2030 due to climate-related factors, exacerbating food insecurity for millions. Additionally, water scarcity is projected to affect over 200 million people by 2030, further stressing already limited resources.
Established in 2010 under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the process to formulate and implement National Adaptation Plans (NAPs) as per decision 1/CP.16, paragraphs 15-18 enable countries to identify medium- and long-term and adaptation needs, and to develop and implement strategies and programmes to address those needs. The NAPs serve as the primary channel for adaptation and resilience-building in the countries.
As of May 2025, seven out of 19 countries in the region have submitted their NAPs, while others are still developing them. Ongoing dialogues with countries such as Angola, Mozambique, and Uganda highlight common challenges like technical capacity, funding delays, and stakeholder engagements. To enhance NAP formulation and implementation, strengthening institutional capacity and fostering collaboration is crucial. The UNFCCC, through the Regional Collaboration Center for East and Southern Africa, is facilitating dialogues to share best practices and identify support for NAP processes, aiming to accelerate financial and technical assistance.
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