GHACOF68: Early Warning for Mitigation of Climate Risks
IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC), in collaboration with partners, is organizing the 68th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 68) for the October to December (OND) 2024 season from 19th to 20th August 2024 in Nairobi, Kenya.
The forum's theme will be: "Early Warning for Mitigation of Climate Risks"
The event will take place in a hybrid format, accommodating both in-person attendance and virtual participation on Zoom, and will be held within the framework of IGAD’s Regional Strategy for Mainstreaming Climate Services in Key socio-economic sectors for sustainable development.
Working groups to co-produce climate services and advisories will take place in the following sectors:
- Agriculture
- Water and Energy
- Health
- Livestock
- Media
- Disaster Risk Management
- Conflict
The working language for the forum is English.
Additional Materials
Exhibitors
Jerome Galagade
World Vision - Somali Resilience Program (SomRep)exhibitor
The exhibition will showcase innovative tools designed for anticipatory action in disaster risk management. Central to the exhibition is an interactive hazard map, a dynamic tool that enables real-time visualization and assessment of potential risks, empowering stakeholders to make informed decisions before disasters strike. Additionally, the exhibition will feature the Saadaal Early Warning System, a cutting-edge platform that integrates multi-source data for accurate and timely predictions of potential hazards. These tools highlight the crucial role of technology in enhancing preparedness and resilience within communities, demonstrating the practical application of advanced systems in mitigating the impacts of disasters.
Mercy Wakii
The Shabaexhibitor
The Shaba is a social impact design brand that empowers rural Kenyan women artisans, crafting sustainable sisal handbags. Sisal, a renewable and drought-resilient resource builds resilience and combats climate change. Our digital platform connects artisans to the market, ensuring fair wages and economic growth.
Gilbert Mwangi
Trans African Hydro Meteorological Observatory (TAHMO)exhibitor
TAHMO is a leading Partner in the provision of sustainable meteorological data and services across Africa. With a network of weather stations in the IGAD region, TAHMO supports national meteorological services in improving weather forecasting, climate monitoring, and early warning systems. By providing accessible and reliable climate data, TAHMO contributes to sustainable development, agriculture, water management, energy, and disaster risk reduction in the region. TAHMO is achieving this by introducing low-cost but very effective solutions and has made very significant progress in the last ten years.
Ikonya Judith Engurat
ARCTAS Community Based Organizationmoderator
Discover how women and youth are transforming their communities through integrated organic kitchen gardening and rabbit farming. This exhibition showcases how this innovative approach builds resilience against climate change by creating sustainable, closed-loop systems that enhance food security and improve livelihoods.