Climate change in Africa

This book outlines the likely consequences of climate change for different parts of Africa and different sectors. Chapter 3 covers how 'global warming' affects water availability, with some areas becoming much drier and others considerably wetter. It adresses the prospect issue of more frequent extreme weather events, such as drought, floods and storms, as heating of the global atmosphere drives a more active and moisture-laden weather system.

Overall, the book uses case studies to look at issues ranging from 'natural' disasters to biofuels, and addresses what future there might be for Africa in a carbon-constrained world. It combines a deep and nuanced knowledge of African society with a profound grasp of the impact of climate change on that continent. Covering both threats and opportunities, it shows how, for good or ill, climate change will be a new and critical driver in the next phase of African development. This book is intended for anyone wishing to get to grips with the multiple interconnections between climate change and development in the world's poorest continent.