Dar es Salaam
Tanzania
Dar es Salaam has taken significant steps to enhance climate resilience despite a lack of documented climate hazard projections. The city implements technology-enabled solutions for effective urban planning and monitoring, including drone-based observation and remote sensing. In water management, it utilizes systems for monitoring water levels and alerts related to floods and sewer overflows, complemented by hydrological modeling and forecasting. Additionally, community engagement platforms facilitate public participation in planning and education. Collectively, these current and proposed initiatives constitute a strong portfolio aimed at fostering resilience and preparedness, reflecting the city’s proactive approach to potential future climate challenges.
Deployed Solutions
Deployed climate adaptation technologies identified in Dar es Salaam.
LiDAR and Bathymetric UAV Surveying for Flood Basin Modeling
The Tanzania Urban Resilience Program deployed an innovative combination of Light Detection and Range (LiDAR) UAV surveying and bathymetric surveying...
LiDAR UAV Surveying for Flood Modeling and River Basin Mapping
The Tanzania Urban Resilience Program deployed an innovative combination of Light Detection and Range (LiDAR) UAV surveying and bathometric surveying...
UAV LiDAR and Bathymetric Survey for Flood Modeling
A comprehensive bathymetric and topographic surveying project was conducted on the Msimbazi River in Dar es Salaam for the World Bank, comparing UAV...
UAV LiDAR and Photogrammetry for Flood Modeling Digital Terrain Models
A World Bank-funded comparative study evaluated UAV photogrammetry and UAV LiDAR technologies for generating Digital Terrain Models to support flood...
Integrated Flood Forecasting and Modeling System for River Basins
A sophisticated flood forecasting and modeling system was developed for the Msimbazi River Basin to address recurring urban flooding...
Msimbazi River Water Level and Conductivity Monitoring System
A water level monitoring system was installed underneath Selander Bridge at the outfall of the Msimbazi River to measure water levels and...
Msimbazi River Water Level and Conductivity Monitoring System
A water level logger was installed underneath the Selander Bridge at the outfall of the Msimbazi River to measure water levels and conductivity...
Recommended Solutions
Proven solutions from similar cities that could help diversify Dar es Salaam's resilience portfolio
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Inclusive Sign Language Early Warning System for Deaf Communities
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Satellite-Based Water System Monitoring and Digital Twin Platform
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Reservoir Water Level Monitoring and Early Warning System
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Advanced Metering Infrastructure for Water Conservation and Leak Detection
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