From October 21st to 23rd, 2024, Dar es Salaam became a hub for knowledge exchange as the FOCUS-Africa team organized its final stakeholder engagement and knowledge-sharing mission. This event brought together a diverse group of organizations dedicated to addressing the challenges posed by climate change in Tanzania, particularly in relation to CS5 and CS6. 

The mission featured participants from several key organizations, including the MetOffice, WEMC, LGI, the Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA), the Association of Consulting Engineers Tanzania (ACET), the Institution of Engineers Tanzania (IET), and TANESCO. Additionally, online presenters from Amigo and the University of Cape Town (UCT) contributed valuable insights and broadened the discussions. 

The mission kicked off with an introduction to FOCUS-Africa, where attendees learned about the specific case studies and the socio-economic impact assessment methodology guiding their work. Each participating organization had the opportunity to showcase their work, fostering networking and collaboration among Tanzanian stakeholders. The presentations from IET, ACET, TANESCO, and TMA highlighted ongoing initiatives and research, setting the stage for meaningful dialogue and partnership opportunities. 

On day two, the presentations were focused on climate change and downscaling methods, enhancing stakeholders’ ability to make informed decisions in their respective fields. 

On the final day, the agenda focused on exploring projections of future climate extremes. Topics included heat stress index projections, multiple extreme indexes, and projections of future hydrological drought in the Rufiji River Basis based on CORDEX-Africa climate projections and SWAT hydrological model.  

As the team concluded the final stakeholder engagement mission in Tanzania, it was clear that the momentum generated through FOCUS-Africa will continue to inspire collaborative efforts and innovative solutions to tackle climate challenges in the country.