One of the most direct transmission channels of the consequences of climate change is through water: too much, too little, at unexpected times. The rapidly growing population of Africa, more water-intensive growth paths worldwide and in the region, and increasing pollution, are all factors that will make climate adaptation more complicated and more urgent.

This fact sheet is part of a series that presents information from GCA’s flagship reports State and Trends in Adaptation in Africa 2021 and 2022. It aims to disseminate key adaptation information to young people and showcase youth-led adaptation action from across Africa.