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Record-breaking 47-48°C recorded in River Nile and Northern states

The Sudan Meteorological Authority (SMA) issued a timely 7-day early warning for a severe heatwave, which hit yesterday, affecting River Nile and Northern states. Temperatures skyrocketed to a record-breaking 47-48°C, causing widespread disruptions, water …

05 Jun 2024 Read More
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Advancing Sudan Meteorological Authority's role in early warning and civil protection for floods and droughts in Sudan

Sudan Meteorological Authority SMA presented the SMA Weather and Climate Services Rescue Plan during a workshop hosted by the IGAD Climate Prediction and Applications Centre ICPAC in Nairobi, Kenya from  6 - 8 May 2024, …

09 May 2024 Read More
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Sudan Meteorological Authority, at the Frontline of Climate Action in a Fragile, Violent and Conflict (FVC ) Context

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Sudan, a country grappling with internal conflicts, faces a unique challenge in providing essential services like weather and climate information. Despite the political and economic turmoil, the Sudan Meteorological Authority (SMA) recognizes the critical …

23 Mar 2024 Read More
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Sudan's Commitment to Climate Services

Amidst the ongoing conflict in Sudan, the Sudan Meteorological Authority (SMA) and representatives from various sectors in Sudan participated in the 66th Greater Horn of Africa Climate Outlook Forum (GHACOF66) held at Speke Munyonyo, Uganda …

22 Feb 2024 Read More
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SMA's Pioneering Role in the 'Early Warnings For All Initiative' at COP 28

In a significant stride towards enhancing disaster resilience, the Sudan Meteorological Agency (SMA) has showcased its commitment to the "Early Warnings For All Initiative" during COP 28, underlining the crucial need for advanced warning systems …

08 Dec 2023 Read More
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Adjusted School Hours Due to Seasonal Cold Wave Across Sudan

Khartoum, Sudan - As the Sudan Meteorological Authority (SMA), we closely monitor and analyze weather patterns across Sudan to provide accurate forecasts and valuable insights for various sectors, including education. Recently, due to significant temperature …

27 Dec 2022 Read More