We must treat weather forecasts as economic tools, invest in local adaptation to fight climate change – Minister

The Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, Baba Issifu Seidu, has called for a shift in how Ghana responds to climate shocks, urging government and stakeholders to treat weather forecasts as economic resources and prioritize locally led adaptation initiatives. Speaking to journalists after appearing before Parliament’s Assurances Committee, Mr. Seidu said efforts are underway to mobilize funds by Monday to support government’s response to recent climate-related disasters. “We…