Satellite Monitoring and Artificial Intelligence Strengthen Ethiopia’s Climate Forecasting – PM Abiy Ahmed

Addis Ababa, November 11, 2026 (FMC) – Ethiopia is harnessing satellite data and artificial intelligence to strengthen its capacity to anticipate climate risks and provide farmers with earlier warnings, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has disclosed.

Addressing the opening of the COP31 Leaders’ Summit in Antalya, Türkiye, under the theme “Towards a Sustainable, Resilient and Equitable Future,” the Prime Minister outlined the country’s use of technology to improve climate monitoring and preparedness.

He explained that satellite data is being used to monitor land conditions, while artificial intelligence is helping improve weather forecasts so farmers can receive timely information about impending extreme weather events.

The Prime Minister also identified Fayda, Ethiopia’s digital national identification system, as an instrument for reaching families in need of support.

By linking climate information with the capacity to identify and reach vulnerable households, Ethiopia is seeking to strengthen the connection between forecasting and practical preparedness.

His address underscored the role of technology in helping farmers and communities anticipate climate threats and better protect their livelihoods.