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1 day ago · The Sahel is one of the most structurally vulnerable regions on the continent, affected by climate extremes such as droughts and floods, as well as deepening economic inequalities, political instability, and violent conflict. The climate crisis has contributed to increased desertification and soil degradation.
2 days ago · Fifteen percent of Sahel region population has also experienced a temperature increase of more than 1 °C from 1970 to 2010. The Sahel region, in particular, will experience higher average temperatures over the course of the 21st century and changes in rainfall patterns, according to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
1 day ago · The Maghreb is divided into a Mediterranean climate region in the north, and the arid Sahara in the south. The Maghreb's variations in elevation, rainfall, temperature, and soils give rise to distinct communities of plants and animals.
1 day ago · The Sahel is one of the most structurally vulnerable regions on the continent, affected by climate extremes such as droughts and floods, as well as deepening economic inequalities, political ...
2 days ago · Timbuktu features a hot desert climate (BWh) according to the Köppen Climate Classification. The weather is extremely hot and dry throughout much of the year, with most of the city's rainfall occurring between June and September, due to the influence of the Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ).
4 days ago · Climate Change: The Sahel is highly vulnerable to climate change, experiencing frequent droughts and irregular rainfall, which impact agriculture and water availability. Conflict and Insecurity: The region faces ongoing conflicts involving militant groups, ethnic tensions, and political instability, which hinder development efforts.
3 days ago · Stockholm Resilience Center. / Publications. Ecosystem services in Sahelian village landscapes 1952–2016: estimating change in a data scarce region. Summary. Burkina Faso and the wider Sahel region have experienced substantial changes in rainfall, population, and landscape use.
