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Extreme Wet-Dry Seasons Emerge as Critical Conflict Catalyst

New research from the Institute for Economics & Peace reveals that changing rainfall patterns are significantly amplifying conflict risks worldwide.

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ECOLOGICAL THREAT REPORT 2025

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Rainfall and Conflict in East Africa’s Karamoja Cluster
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The Karamoja Cluster in East Africa faces growing instability as climate change disrupts rainfall patterns. Longer dry seasons and erratic rains are...

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The Ecological Threat Report 2025 covers 3,125 subnational areas in 172 countries and territories...

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October 29, 2025

Rainfall and Conflict in East Africa’s Karamoja Cluster

The Karamoja Cluster in East Africa faces growing instability as climate change disrupts rainfall...

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