South Africa has one of the fastest and strongest flowing currents in the world running along its east coast: the Agulhas Current. It influences local as well as global rainfall and climate. Katherine Hutchinson explains why it's important to monitor a current that plays a significant role in the global ocean conveyor belt.
What is the impact of the Agulhas Current on the local climate and why does it matter in the global context?
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