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South Africa Unveils Climate Index to Predict Weather Risks

10/22/2025

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South Africa has launched its first country-specific climate index, developed by the Actuarial Society of South Africa (ASSA).
The index tracks extreme weather from 1981 to 2025, correlating climate data with insurance losses to help insurers anticipate risks.
Professor Rendani Mbuvha leads the development that provides data for insurers, policymakers, and communities.
India faces severe heat waves, with extreme weather linked to rising global food prices.

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South Africa has launched its first country-specific climate index, developed by the Actuarial Society of South Africa (ASSA).
The index tracks extreme weather from 1981 to 2025, correlating climate data with insurance losses to help insurers anticipate risks.
Professor Rendani Mbuvha leads the development that provides data for insurers, policymakers, and communities.
India faces severe heat waves, with extreme weather linked to rising global food prices.