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World: New EU-IOM Regional Initiative to Address Climate Displacement Across Southern Africa
By International Organization for Migration at ReliefWeb
· July 1, 2026
· 1 min read
. The launch comes as climate-related displacement continues to rise across the region. In Sub-Saharan Africa alone, 17.3 million internal displacements were recorded in 2025, including 2.9 million linked to disasters. Southern Africa remains particularly exposed to recurring cyclones, floods and dr
Key takeaway 3 million internal displacements were recorded in 2025, including 2.
Why this matters
The launch of the Regional Responses to Climate Displacement in Sub-Saharan Africa Programme comes at a critical time, as climate-related displacement continues to escalate across Southern Africa. With 17.3 million internal displacements recorded in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2025, the region is in dire need of proactive measures to mitigate the effects of climate shocks. The programme's focus on strengthening preparedness, improving data and forecasting systems, and supporting solutions to reduce displacement risks is crucial in addressing the growing pressure on communities and national systems. The involvement of governments and stakeholders across the region is also significant, as it acknowledges the need for a collaborative approach to tackle the complex issue of climate displacement. As the programme rolls out, its success will depend on the ability of governments and local authorities to integrate displacement risks into climate adaptation and disaster risk reduction plans, ultimately reducing the vulnerability of communities like Modestar's to climate-related disasters.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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What is this story about? . The launch comes as climate-related displacement continues to rise across the region. In Sub-Saharan Africa alone, 17.3 million internal displacements were recorded in 2025, including 2.9 million linked to disasters. Southern Africa remains particularly exposed to recurring cyclones, floods and dr
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