The African Development Bank (AfDB) warns that an impending “super El Niño” could impose major economic losses on Africa, estimating costs between $10 billion and $20 billion. The warning links the expected climate phenomenon to impacts that extend beyond weather extremes such as heavy rainfall or drought. AfDB says climate shocks increasingly threaten broader aspects of development, including agriculture and food security, where disruptions can affect crop production and availability of staple foods. The bank also highlights potential effects on energy systems, including power generation that can be sensitive to rainfall patterns and water availability. Broader livelihoods may be affected as communities depend on stable farming and natural-resource conditions. The AfDB’s message frames the event as a significant risk to economic growth across multiple regions, emphasizing that climate-related disruptions can translate into higher economic costs and increased vulnerability. Overall, the accounts describe a large-scale projected downturn risk associated with a strong El Niño event, rather than focusing on a single country or short-term weather impacts.