Tanzania Climate Vulnerability Maps

MASAE was commissioned by the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) to empower the Government of Tanzania in addressing the challenges posed by climate change. Our goal was to create an accessible, user-friendly platform that would allow government departments across Tanzania to visualise climate risks and integrate this information with their own data for smarter decision-making.

Geography

Tanzania

Services

Training & Capacity Building

Products & Services

Domains

Climate & Biodiversity

Technologies

Data Science

GIS & Mapping

Platforms Development

Hardware Integration

Client Type

Research Institutes

Client

Global Center on Adaptation (GCA)

Year:

2025

Regions

Africa

Why This Matters

Climate change is affecting communities and economies worldwide, and Tanzania is no exception. Understanding which areas are most vulnerable to climate hazards—such as floods, droughts, and extreme weather—is essential for effective planning and resource allocation. By bringing together climate data and local insights, government agencies can better protect people, infrastructure, and livelihoods.

Our Approach

MASAE delivered a comprehensive solution that combined technology, data, and training:

Custom Web-Based Mapping Application:
We developed a tailored web application using the G3W-suite, built around QGIS Server. This powerful tool enables government staff to overlay climate risk indicators with their own departmental data, creating clear, actionable maps.
Data Integration and GIS Expertise:
Our team processed climate hazard data, collected open-source geographic information, and built a robust GIS database to support the platform.
Customisation and Training:
We designed custom administration features and a user-friendly interface to meet the specific needs of both GCA and the Government of Tanzania. Additionally, we created detailed technical and non-technical documentation and provided hands-on training for government staff to ensure they could confidently deploy, maintain, and use the platform.

Results and Impact

The resulting platform enables the Prime Minister’s Office and all Government of Tanzania departments to:

Easily Access Climate Risk Data:
Visualise and analyse climate vulnerability across the country.
Integrate with Departmental Data:
Overlay climate indicators with local information for more informed decisions.

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