By Akani Nkuna
South Africa has launched a national roadmap to strengthen its ability to predict and respond to natural disasters, part of efforts to align with global initiatives on disaster risk reduction.
Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister Velenkosini Hlabisa said the Early Warning for All (EW4All) Roadmap would use advanced technology to improve preparedness and resilience across the country.
“This initiative is not merely a technical achievement; it serves as a powerful declaration of intent and commitment,” Hlabisa said at the launch.
“It signals that South Africa, and by extension the entire African continent, is poised to take on a leadership role in global efforts aimed at fostering safety and resilience.”
The roadmap was unveiled at the G20 Ministerial Declaration on Disaster Risk Reduction, held over the weekend at the Lord Charles Hotel in Somerset West, Western Cape.
The meeting, attended by ministers from G20 member states, focused
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