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Strengthening Urban Climate Resilience: Socio-Economic and Institutional Drivers among Refugee Populations in Lilongwe, Malawi

Authors and Collaborators: Milemo Lusambya, Let’s Be Transformed University Alphonsine Chalungu, Let’s Be Transformed University Steven Mbale, Let’s Be Transformed University Summary: Urban refugees face compounded climate vulnerabilities that remain poorly understood. While 71% of the world’s 35 million refugees now live in cities, research examining how socio-economic and institutional factors shape their climate resilience is virtually […]

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Assessing Village and Savings Associations (VSLA’s) Contribution to Urban Resilience: Evidence from Northern Ghana

Authors and Collaborators: Zachary Pealore Richard Adusei Zuweira Yakubu Adonija Basig Loriba Summary: This study explores the role of Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) in enhancing urban resilience to climate change in Northern Ghana, focusing on the cities of Tamale and Bolgatanga. Drawing from a mixed-methods approach involving 600 survey respondents (300 VSLA members and 300 non-members),

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Evaluating the Multiplier Effect of Micro-Insurance on Climate Resilience among Motorcycle Taxi Drivers in Dar es Salaam

Authors and Collaborators: Enock Mwakalila, Mzumbe University Theobald Frank Theodory, Mzumbe University Selela Mwakalila, University of Dar es Salaam-Business School Summary: This study investigates the multiplier effect of micro-insurance on climate resilience and socio-economic stability among motorcycle taxi (boda-boda) drivers in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Boda-boda drivers are among the most climate-exposed in the informal sector. They frequently experience income disruptions

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Unlocking Climate Resilience: Assessing the Socio-Economic Benefits of Resilience Incentives for Informal Sector Households in Disaster-Prone Indian Cities

Authors and Collaborators: Anees Rehman A, Christ College, India Summary: Nowadays, natural hazards like floods, disasters, and earthquakes severely affect the inhabitants residing in urban disaster-prone areas. If we are investigating a special target group that is considered an essential contributor to our society, then our understanding of the severity of the disaster will become more comprehensive. An

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Socio-Economic Pathways to Urban Climate Resilience: Exploring Governance and Incentives for Equitable Climate Action in Global South Cities

Authors and Collaborators: Sipho Felix Mamba, UNESWA Nosizo Mthupha, Deputy Prime Minister’s Office, Mbabane, Eswatini Summary: This study investigates the socio-economic pathways to urban climate resilience in the cities of Mbabane and Manzini, Eswatini, focusing on the role of governance and socio-economic incentives in fostering equitable climate action among marginalized communities. Utilizing a mixed-methods approach, the research

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Collaborative community-based early warning systems – Solutions Brief

This solution brief forms part of the Zurich Climate Resilience Alliance’s solutions series. The solution series aims to improve outreach and impact of such resilient practices at a global level. This brief highlights how the Philippine Red Cross has partnered with communities, local leaders, members of Barangay Flood Resilience Committees, and key government stakeholders to

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Connecting Early Warning and Anticipatory Action That Works for All – Panel Discussion Summary

This panel summary captures key insights from a session titled Connecting Early Warning and Anticipatory Action That Works for All convened by the Global Disaster Preparedness Center (GDPC) at the International Humanitarian Studies Association (IHSA) Conference in Istanbul, Turkey, on 15 October 2025, bringing together researchers and practitioners working at the intersection of Early Warning

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Disaster Management and Emergency Response Capability Assessment Indexes in Tanzania; Empirical Evidence from Dar es Salaam City

This study presents an assessment of emergency response capabilities, examining institutional preparedness, coordination mechanisms, resource availability, and operational readiness in disaster contexts. Using a structured capability assessment framework, the research analyzes response systems across key domains. including command and control, communication, logistics, human resources, training, and inter-agency coordination, to identify strengths, critical gaps, and systemic

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Disaster Risk Management and Emergency Response Legislations and Strategies Awareness in Tanzania: A Case of Dar Es Salaam City

This peer-reviewed study examines awareness and compliance with disaster risk management (DRM) and emergency response legislations and strategies in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania’s largest and fastest-growing city. Based on survey data from 105 respondents and institutional analysis, the research finds that while residents and public officials are generally aware of disaster risks — particularly floods,

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Participatory Planning and Filmmaking for Urban Climate Resilience in Blantyre City, Malawi

Authors and Collaborators: John Aubrey Chirwa, University of East Anglia Summary: This study investigates the role of participatory video in urban planning for climate resilience and risk reduction in a peri-urban area of Blantyre City in Malawi. It examines participation dynamics and participants’ experiences within ​the ​filmmaking process encompassing planning, design, production, content creation, and

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