South Sudan to Reopen Schools Amid Heatwave Crisis

After a two-week closure due to unprecedented high temperatures, South Sudan's schools are set to reopen, as the nation grapples with the severe impacts of climate change.

• A massive heatwave in South Sudan has led to the closure of schools, affecting 2.2 million children and causing heat-related deaths.
• Temperatures soared to 45°C, significantly above the seasonal average, with vital hospital machinery failing due to the heat.
• The reopening of schools is planned for next week, following a two-week shutdown, as temperatures are expected to drop with the onset of the rainy season.
• South Sudan faces severe impacts of climate change, exacerbated by the 2023-24 El Niño phenomenon, leading to dry conditions, erratic rainfall, and heightened vulnerability to disease outbreaks.
• Experts warn that the frequency and severity of heatwaves will worsen globally unless fossil fuel consumption and deforestation are significantly reduced.

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