Climate Change and Rainfall Extremes in Africa

Climate Change and Rainfall Extremes in Africa by Victor Ongoma is a timely, authoritative exploration of how a warming climate is reshaping precipitation patterns across the African continent. Engaging and accessible, this book captures the urgency of changing rainfall regimes—from torrential floods in East Africa and the Horn to prolonged droughts across the Sahel and Southern Africa—while grounding every observation in rigorous data and regional analysis.

Readers will find clear explanations of the physical drivers of rainfall extremes, practical case studies from diverse African regions, and robust discussion of implications for agriculture, water resources, urban planning, and disaster risk management. Victor Ongoma blends climate science with on-the-ground perspectives to reveal how variability and extremes challenge livelihoods, food security, and infrastructure across West, Central, East, and Southern Africa.

This volume is indispensable for policymakers, hydrologists, climate researchers, development practitioners, and students seeking evidence-based strategies for adaptation and resilience. It translates complex modelling and observational results into actionable insights—highlighting where vulnerability is highest, which communities are most exposed, and what interventions can reduce risk.

Whether you’re working on regional climate policy in Nairobi, agricultural planning in Accra, or flood mitigation in Lagos, Climate Change and Rainfall Extremes in Africa offers the regional context and scientific clarity you need. Strengthen your understanding of Africa’s changing rains—add this essential resource by Victor Ongoma to your shelf today.

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