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Super El Niño intensifies, threatening global stability

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Latest: El Niño phenomenon drives global climate disruptions in 2026

The Super El Niño phenomenon, nicknamed ‘Godzilla’, continues to intensify. Recent observations from NASA and the WMO indicate equatorial Pacific waters are up to 1.7°C warmer than average, with sea surface temperatures

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South Africa weather hazards and flood impacts

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Latest: South Africa weather: Severe thunderstorm warnings for KwaZulu-Natal

In early May 2026, a cut‑off low‑pressure system prompted heightened alerts for the Western Cape and KwaZulu‑Natal, with road‑safety warnings and winter‑readiness plans. The Kouga Dam in the Western Cape rose to 113% cap

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Weather patterns in South Africa

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Latest: South Africa weather forecast shows mixed conditions and high rain probability

Weather patterns in South Africa transitioned from heat and fog to more unsettled conditions. Initially, the interior provinces like Gauteng experienced warm weather with a very high UVB sunburn index, while coastal area

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El Niño induces water scarcity and weather extremes

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Latest: Sri Lanka faces severe drought crisis affecting farmers and wildlife

The El Niño weather pattern continues to drive water security and economic concerns in South Africa, Sri Lanka, and broader Southern Africa. In South Africa, authorities are preparing for higher temperatures and drier co

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