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Technical Statement from the 70th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 70)
The 70th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 70) was held from 19 - 20 May 2025, o…

GHACOF 69 report
GHACOF 69 concluded in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with a strong call for enhanced regional collaboratio…

Evaluation of satellite‑based rainfall estimates over the IGAD region of Eastern Africa
Satellite precipitation (rainfall) products have become increasingly valuable in the delivery of cl…

Statement on the ongoing extreme temperatures in the IGAD region
During the 69th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 69), ICPAC released the March-…
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Technical Statement from the 70th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 70)
The 70th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 70) was held from 19 - 20 May 2025, organised by the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) in collaboration with the National Meteorological …

GHACOF 69 report
GHACOF 69 concluded in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, with a strong call for enhanced regional collaboration and investment in climate services to support resilience and disaster preparedness. The forum, which brought together climate scientists, policymakers, decision-makers, …

Evaluation of satellite‑based rainfall estimates over the IGAD region of Eastern Africa
Satellite precipitation (rainfall) products have become increasingly valuable in the delivery of climate services in recent years, particularly in Africa, where the network of synoptic stations has been gradually declining. The Satellites-based Rainfall Estimates (SREs) …

Policy Brief: Leveraging data for improved food security in the IGAD region
With just five years to 2030, hunger and food insecurity trends are not moving in the right direction to end hunger and food insecurity by 2030 (SDG Target 2.1). Likewise, the indicators of progress towards …

Statement on the ongoing extreme temperatures in the IGAD region
During the 69th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF 69), ICPAC released the March-May (MAM) 2025 seasonal forecast, which projected a higher likelihood of warmer-than-normal conditions across most parts of the IGAD …

Extreme temperatures in the IGAD region March 2025 update
Extreme temperatures in the IGAD region March 2025 update

Summary for Decision Makers, March to May 2025 Season
Download our latest Summary for Decision Makers with impacts and advisories for the following sectors:
- Disaster Risk Management
- Agriculture and Food Security
- Water and Energy
- Health and nutrition
- Livestock
- Conflict
How should I use seasonal …

Report from the 1st Eastern Africa Dialogue Platform on Anticipatory Humanitarian Action
The first Eastern Africa Dialogue Platform on Anticipatory Humanitarian Action brought together around 210 delegates from governments, humanitarian organizations, development organizations, research and academic institutions, the private sector and community actors. This clearly demonstrates the …

Statement from the 69th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF69)
The 69th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF69) was held from 20 to 21 January 2025. The March-May 2025 seasonal forecast indicates a higher likelihood of below normal rainfall conditions over the eastern …