Climate & Health Research Hub

Pioneering Climate-Health Research Across Africa

Advancing scientific understanding and building resilient health systems through innovative research, data sharing, and collaborative solutions for Africa's climate challenges.

Why This Matters

Understanding Africa's Climate-Health Challenge

Africa faces unprecedented climate challenges that directly impact millions of lives. From extreme weather events to shifting disease patterns, our continent needs comprehensive research to build effective solutions.

CAPCHA centralizes research efforts across Africa, creating a unified platform where data becomes actionable intelligence for healthier, more resilient communities.

Key Facts

Africa experiences the most severe climate-related health impacts globally

Climate change increases water-borne and vector-borne diseases

Many African health systems need strengthened climate resilience

Better data sharing enables more effective interventions

Our Impact

Through collaborative research and data sharing, we're building the foundation for climate-resilient health systems across Africa.

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Research Focus

Our Focus Areas

Comprehensive research across critical domains affecting climate and health outcomes in Africa

Food Security and Nutrition
Addressing climate impacts on agricultural systems and nutritional outcomes across African communities.
Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH)
Improving access to clean water and sanitation infrastructure resilient to climate variability.
Vector-borne & Communicable Diseases
Monitoring and controlling disease vectors affected by changing climate patterns and extreme weather events.
Air Quality
Assessing air pollution impacts and developing strategies for cleaner air in urban and rural settings.
Urban Heat & Occupational Health
Protecting workers and communities from rising temperatures and heat-related health risks.
Disaster Preparedness & Response
Building resilient health systems capable of responding to climate-related emergencies and disasters.
SRMNCAH
Safeguarding Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent health in changing climates.
Mental Health
Understanding and addressing the psychological impacts of climate change on African populations.
Ethical Frameworks
Developing ethical guidelines for climate and health research that respects community values and rights.