Africa | UNDP Climate Change Adaptation

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SCALA Equatorial Guinea

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Strengthening the Resilience of Climate-Smart Agricultural Systems and Value Chains in the Union of Comoros

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Monrovia Metropolitan Climate Resilience Project

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Building Climate Resilience of Vulnerable Agricultural Livelihoods in Southern Zimbabwe

Projects Completed

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Increased Resilience to Climate Change in Northern Ghana Through the Management of Water Resources and Diversification of Livelihoods

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Strengthening the resilience of women producer groups and vulnerable communities in Mali

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Promoting Autonomous Adaptation at the Community Level in Ethiopia

Latest Updates

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May 16, 2025

South Sudan’s climate-hit farmers find lifeline in healthier livestock

Climate change is threatening farmers’ livelihoods in South Sudan. Healthier cows and climate-smart farming are helping them adapt and recover.

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April 30, 2025

How vegetable gardens in Northern Ghana are healing land and lives

Organic gardening is helping vulnerable communities to improve their mental health, restore the land and build sustainable livelihoods.

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April 02, 2025

What are National Adaptation Plans and why do they matter?

National Adaptation Plans outline how countries adapt to climate change in the medium and long term. Here's how they work.

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Latest Publications

May 14, 2025

Understanding opportunities, barriers and risks for private sector engagement in climate action for agrifood systems

SCALA private sector engagement guidance series