In October 2023, carbon brief reported that about 15,700 died from extreme weather disasters in Africa, and over 29 million people face drought conditions across Niger, Somalia, Ethiopia, Kenya, Djibouti and Mauritania. Climate change undermines economic stability and threatens the fundamental rights and well-being of millions on the continent. The damage done by climate change has led to rising food prices and forced migration pressures. As Africa faces increasing climate-related disasters, the continent’s vulnerability to environmental and social upheaval highlights the critical need for a robust legal framework. Achieving equity requires emphasizing the rule of law in climate strategies to ensure fair and transparent climate policies and protect vulnerable communities.
Climate scientists predict that the world will grow hotter, experience extreme weather events, and be affected by sea level rise.
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