2018 Reports

Adapting to Climate Change in Coastal Dar es Salaam

Ricci, Liana; Macchi, Silvia

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania’s largest city, faces climate risks in its coastal peri-urban areas, particularly groundwater salinization from seawater intrusion and urban expansion. The EU-funded Adapting to Climate Change in Coastal Dar es Salaam project (2010–2014) built municipal capacity to integrate climate adaptation into urban planning. It combined scientific analysis, participatory scenario-building, and stakeholder engagement to identify effective measures for securing water access and conserving natural resources. The project highlights the importance of local collaboration and mainstreaming adaptation into governance for enhancing resilience.