Case Study Malawi

Question 1

Why is Malawi especially vulnerable to the effects of climate change?

Answer 1

It is a LOW-INCOME country dependent on rain fed agriculture with 80% of the population engaged in agriculture. This makes it highly vulnerable to floods, droughts, and temperature increases, which affect income, food security and live hoods

Question 2

How does temperature change affect Malawi?

Answer 2

Hot days and nights have become more frequent, leading to water stress and reduced agricultural productivity

Question 3

What is the link between climate change and poverty in Malawi?

Answer 3

Climate change raises poverty by damaging agriculture, reducing food supplies and increasing diseases.

Question 4

How is maize, Malawi’s key crop, affected by climate change?

Answer 4

Maize is vulnerable to drought and temperature shifts. A climate shock during growing season can reduce yields affecting food supplies and prices

Question 5

What are the health implications of climate change in Malawi?

Answer 5

Increase diseases spread, malnutrition and overwhelmed health care systems due to more frequent climate-related disasters

Question 6

How does population growth affect Malawi?

Answer 6

Rapid population growth increases demand for food, water and energy

Question 7

How does climate change affect Malawi’s infrastructure and economy?

Answer 7

Floods and droughts damage infrastructure, reduce productivity, increase food prices

Question 8

What long term issues does Malawi face due to climate change?

Answer 8

Reduced agricultural productivity, food insecurity, health crises and rising poverty levels