Africa is once again facing a climate threat that could have consequences far beyond extreme weather. The African Development Bank (AfDB) has warned that an impending super El Niño could cost the continent between $10 billion and $20 billion in economic losses, affecting agriculture, food security, energy production and livelihoods across multiple regions. The warning is not simply about heavy rains or prolonged droughts. It is about how climate shocks are becoming one of the biggest risks to Africa's economic growth and development.

The African Development bank says is will likely inflict a combined $10 billion to $20 billion hit on affected countries.

A UN report estimated that by 2035 developing countries will collectively need around US$365 billion each year to tackle climate change.

Chefe climático do Banco Africano de Desenvolvimento diz que recursos para adaptação precisam alcançar US$ 10 bilhões