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Call for applications: IGAD Regional Youth Coalition on Climate and Climate-Resilient Agri-food Systems

Young people across the IGAD region are driving climate action and advancing climate-resilient agri-food systems through advocacy, innovation, and sustainable agriculture. However, many youth-led initiatives remain constrained by limited access to climate services, funding, mentorship, business development opportunities, and institutional support.
To strengthen youth engagement and scale impact, the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre, with support from the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa, has established the IGAD Regional Youth Coalition on Climate and Climate-Resilient Agri-food Systems.
The Coalition brings together youth and youth-led organisations advancing climate solutions—particularly in agriculture and agri-food systems, while remaining inclusive of other …
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Advancing Africa's Future: GMES & Africa's Commitment to Earth Observation and Sustainable Development

In the field of Earth Observation (EO), GMES & Africa stands as an epitome of progress, actively shaping a future where African institutions are empowered with essential resources for sustainable growth. The initiative's Pan-African mandate …
Can We Talk 8: Re-engineering the Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forums (GHACOFs)
By Melissa Ouya
Introduction
This year, the IGAD Climate Prediction and Application Center (ICPAC) celebrated the 25th anniversary of the Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forums (GHACOF). Throughout sixty-five successful forums, GHACOF has played …
Can We Talk 5: Harnessing CONFER’s co-production experiences and opportunities

By Alexia Kioko
As the regional user interface platform takes shape, it is essential to reconsider the selection of participants for our regional forecast forums, as their input plays a pivotal role in the planning …
GMES & Africa on-the-job-training on forest monitoring and land degradation

During the week of 23rd-26th October 2023, the Joint Research Centre (JRC), RCMRD, and ICPAC conducted an on-the-job training at ICPAC (Nairobi) on Forest Monitoring and Land Degradation. This training is part of a series …
Can We Talk 4: The start of the rainy season, was it?

By Alexia Kioko and Melissa Ouya
The onset in East Africa marks the eagerly anticipated transition from the dry season to the wet season, heralding a dramatic transformation in the region's landscape and livelihoods. Typically …
Integrating Earth Observation and Artificial Intelligence to Combat Climate Change Impacts and Security in the IGAD Region

Kenya recently launched its first Earth Observation (EO) satellite using a SpaceX rocket from the United States. Created by nine Kenyan engineers, the satellite will gather crucial information on agriculture and the environment, …