Following an overview of the ways climate change is affecting three cities in Africa, this book discusses the equity and climate justice implications, and then gives examples of ways in which a range of local community organizations are extending their current activities to address these challenges, through innovative new programs and initiatives at the grassroots. This approach has implications for communities worldwide.

1. Introduction: The Importance of Community-based Organizations for Equitable Water Governance in times of Climate Change 2. Economic, Ecological and Climate Justice - Literacy and Politics 3. Climate, Gender and Class Justice in Africa 4. Kilimanjaro Initiative: Working with Youth in Nairobi 5. Climate change in South Durban, South Africa 6. Bringing Together Community and Academic Knowledge: The Eduardo Mondlane University Faculty of Education Environmental Education Club 7. Community River Restoration in South Africa 8. Gender and Climate Change in Mozambique 9. Can You Educate Hungry People? 10. A Hot Climate for Civil Society Engagement with Climate Change and Water in eThekwini (Durban) 11. Planning and Climate Change in Nairobi 12. Climate Vulnerability and Resilience in Local Communities 13. Durban, Climate Change, and Socio-political Transformation 14. Conclusion: Developing Community-based Responses to Climate Change