Meteorological authorities across Eastern Africa are urging enhanced regional cooperation and sustainable funding to strengthen early warning systems against escalating climate disasters.

A high-level dialogue in Arusha, Tanzania, highlighted the urgent need for investment in climate services as extreme weather events like floods, droughts, and heatwaves threaten lives and economies.Dr.Ladislaus Chang’a emphasized the importance of partnerships and technology like AI to improve forecasting and data sharing.

Tanzania’s leadership in climate infrastructure and South-South cooperation was noted, alongside calls for inclusive early warning systems that reach marginalized communities.The meeting underscored the transboundary nature of climate risks, stressing collective action over isolated national efforts.