Africa: Climate-Driven Disruptions to Education in Africa Raise Protection Risks for Millions of Children
29 Apr 2026, 10:42 GMT
Topic: Africa
Source URL: https://allafrica.com/stories/202604290211.html
[IPS] United Nations -- The escalating global climate crisis has led to an increase in the frequency of climate-induced natural disasters, affecting millions worldwide. As governments struggle to keep up due to persistent funding shortfalls and inadequate preparedness and response mechanisms, education systems in Eastern and Southern Africa continue to deteriorate, pushing millions of children into displacement and poverty, further deepening long-term inequalities.