Assessment report on mainstreaming and implementing disaster risk reduction measures in Africa

Abstract

This Regional assessment and good practice synthesis report on mainstreaming and implementing disaster risk reduction and management in Africa was prepared within the framework of the United Nations Development Account (UNDA) project on mainstreaming disaster risk reduction in national and regional development strategies in support of efforts to meet the Millennium Development Goals and attain sustainable development goals in Africa. The report presents findings on the assessment of Africa’s progress and experiences in mainstreaming disaster risk reduction measures into regional, sub regional and national development frameworks and the implementation of such measures. It also showcases selected good practices in the application of various approaches, tools, methodologies and guidelines for mainstreaming and implementing disaster risk reduction measures.