insert_link South Africa Climate change intensified deadly 2022 Durban floods, Wits study finds Reservoir Hills Photo by Delwyn Verasamy Daily Maverick A new scientific study led by the University of the Witwatersrand confirms that climate change significantly worsened the April 2022 Durban floods, which claimed 544 lives and displaced tens of thousands. The research, published in Communications Earth & Environment, models rainfall between 11–12 April as being 40% to 107% heavier than it would have been in a cooler, pre-industrial climate. Using kilometer-scale […] today30 July, 2025
insert_link Namibia Severe thunderstorm warning issued for northern and central Namibia The Namibia Meteorological Service, in collaboration with the Office of the Prime Minister, has issued a severe weather warning for moderate to widespread thunderstorms expected in parts of the Northern-Central, North-West, Otjozondjupa, and Khomas regions. Flash floods are likely in some areas, and residents are urged to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The Zambezi Region remains particularly vulnerable, as it regularly experiences seasonal flooding due to its proximity […] today6 February, 2025
insert_link Environment India braces for cyclone Dana’s landfall According to India's meteorological department, a cyclone is expected to make landfall between Thursday and Friday, on India's eastern coast. Flights and train services to and from two of India's eastern states have been suspended as the region braces itself for heavy rainfall and gusty winds reaching upto 120kmph. today24 October, 2024
insert_link Environment Namibia faces cold weather With the southern and central regions of Namibia experiencing colder weather in recent days, along with snowfall in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, we spoke to Odilo Kgobetsi from the meteorological office to find out if these weather patterns are normal and whether they are expected to persist. Kgobetsi urged people to stay informed about weather updates and take necessary precautions to protect their safety and the health of their […] today30 September, 2024
insert_link Namibia Severe weather warning expected for the southern and central regions of the country The Meteorological Service has issued a severe weather warning for the southern and central regions of the country. Odilo Kgobetsi highlighted the impending adverse weather conditions expected to affect various parts of the country over the next few days. today8 July, 2024
insert_link Environment Another violent storm hits Texas, killing one person and leaving half a million without power Another round of violent storms has hit Texas - killing at least one person… and leaving a trail of destruction. About half a million people are without power in the state with officials warning they could be in the dark for days. Toni Waterman reports: today30 May, 2024
insert_link Namibia Windhoek Meteorological Office Issues Weather Warning The Windhoek Meteorological Office's , Odilo Kgobetsi says this Friday marks the beginning of a noticeable decrease in temperatures, which will continue into the weekend. The onset of next week will bring even colder air, particularly affecting the south-central and eastern parts of the country. Kgobetsi expands. today29 May, 2024
insert_link Africa Why is Ghana so hot this year? An expert explains By Yaw Agyeman Boafo, University of Ghana Ghana’s meteorological agency and the state’s health service have issued warnings about a period of very high temperatures expected in the first half of 2024 around the country. Ghana’s experience is part of a global phenomenon: record temperatures were recorded in 2023. Yaw Agyeman Boafo, the programmes coordinator and a senior research fellow at the University of Ghana’s Centre for […] today8 April, 2024
insert_link World California storm brings travel disruptions A powerful winter storm is bringing strong winds and heavy rain to large parts of California. he deluge has left hundreds of thousands of people without power. Ira Spitzer has more. today6 February, 2024
