State of the Climate in Africa 2024 Report Launch

The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) will release its flagship State of the Climate in Africa in 2024 report on 12 May 2025. This annual publication provides authoritative information on climate patterns and their impacts across the African continent.

The launch event will bring together high-level representatives from African governments, UN agencies, scientific institutions, and development partners. Participants will explore key findings from the report and engage in discussions on strengthening resilience, supporting early warning systems, and accelerating climate-smart investment and adaptation efforts in Africa.

Programme

12 May 2025 - 15:00-16:30 EAT/13:00 to 14:30 CET

Moderator: Dr Agnes Kijazi (Director, Regional Office for Africa, WMO)

Introductory Remarks: Prof. Celeste Saulo (Secretary General, WMO)

Opening Remarks: Mr Fetene Teshome (President, Regional Association I (Africa))

Presentation of the Report on the State of the Climate in Africa 2024: Dr Ernest Afiesimama (WMO Regional Office for Africa)

High-level Statement: Mr. Claver Gatete (Executive Secretary, United Nations Economic Commission for Africa) (tbc)

High-level Statement: H.E. Moses Vilakati (Commissioner for Agriculture, Blue Economy and Sustainable Environment of the African Union Commission)(tbc)

High-level Statement: Hon. Sam Cheptoris (Minister of Water and Environment, Uganda – AMCOMET Chair)(tbc)

Closing Remarks: Dr Aderito Celso Félix Aramuge (Vice President, Regional Association I (Africa))

Questions and Answers