With rapid urbanization and increasing climate-induced shocks such as droughts, floods, and El Ni?o/La Ni?a events, the Regional Preparedness Initiative led by ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳in Southern Africa addresses the growing climate and food security crises affecting millions in the region. The initiative focuses on strengthening urban preparedness systems across five countries: Madagascar, Mozambique, Lesotho, Zimbabwe, and Malawi.