2022 - Anticipating Extreme weather

WFP is sharing the lessons learned of its partnership with the government of Mozambique for the implementation of anticipatory actions.Anticipating Extreme Weather. Since 2019, WFP has been working with the Government of Mozambique to introduce anticipatory actions based on a forecast-based financing mechanism. Mozambique is improving its forecast systems to anticipate climate shocks and to prepare the Government and communities.

This partnership has enabled to expand seasonal drought forecasting and strengthen the country's provision of climate services and information. Mozambique has faced a wide range of climate shocks in recent years. It is crucial to improve forecasting systems to anticipate climate shocks and prepare the Government and communities, managing climate-related risks and strengthening efforts to adapt to the climate crisis.