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Climate, Peace and Security Fact Sheet - Lake Chad, June 2026
By Norwegian Institute of International Affairs at ReliefWeb
· June 25, 2026
· 7 min read
Countries: Chad, Cameroon, Niger, Nigeria . Preventing and Managing Climate-Related Insecurity: Lessons from the Lake Chad Basin Regional Strategy by Cedric de Coning, Andrew E. Yaw Tchie, Freedom Onuoha, Saibou Issa, and Thor Olav Iversen The lives and livelihoods of local communities in the border
Key takeaway Preventing and Managing Climate-Related Insecurity: Lessons from the Lake Chad Basin Regional Strategy by Cedric de Coning, Andrew E.
Why this matters
The Lake Chad Basin's complex interplay of climate change and conflict poses significant challenges to regional stability and humanitarian efforts. As countries in the region implement the adjusted Regional Strategy for Stabilization, Resilience, and Recovery, the effectiveness of this multi-stakeholder approach will be crucial in addressing the root causes of instability. The involvement of traditional leaders and civil society in the strategy is notable, as it recognizes the importance of local ownership and community-led initiatives in building resilience. The support of international partners, including the United Nations and the World Bank, will also be essential in providing the necessary resources and expertise to implement the strategy. As the region moves forward with the new strategy, it will be important to monitor its progress and impact on the lives of local communities, particularly in terms of improving food, land, and water security, and reducing the appeal of armed groups.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 7 min
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