Africa Launches Satellite Early Warning System for Climate ChallengesCEFR A2
5 Jul 2025
Adapted from Adesewa Olofinko, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by Birger Strahl, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
Africa is dealing with serious effects from climate change. To help, they have launched the SEWA (Space for Early Warning in Africa) system. This system uses satellites to provide important climate and weather information.
At a recent forum, leaders from many African countries discussed how SEWA can improve disaster preparedness. They believe this system will help communities understand weather warnings better.
Over 110 million people in Africa were affected by climate-related hazards in 2022. With SEWA, the goal is to reduce the number of people impacted by such events.
Difficult words
- climate — Weather conditions in a large area over time.climate-related
- system — A set of connected parts that work together.
- disaster — A sudden event causing great damage or suffering.
- preparedness — Being ready for possible events or emergencies.
- impact — The strong effect or influence on something.affected, impacted
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think it is important to understand weather warnings?
- How can the SEWA system help communities in Africa?
- What other methods could be used to reduce the effects of climate change?
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