Climate Change and Security in the Sahel

Join us on another insightful episode of Thinking Across Latitudes as we embark on a journey into the heart of Climate Change and Security in the Sahel. In this episode, we explore the evolving concept of climate security, the lens through which global actors are increasingly examining the intricate relationship between climate change, peace, and security.

Delving into the nuances of this paradigm shift, the speakers shed light on how climate change is now perceived not only as an environmental challenge but also as a critical factor influencing global peace dynamics. The discussion highlights the far-reaching impacts of climate change, including its potential to induce competition, the weaponization of natural resources, and its immediate social consequences, particularly for vulnerable communities.

But amidst the challenges, the episode unveils a beacon of hope — an African-led initiative called the Great Green Wall of Africa. This ambitious project seeks to address climate insecurity by actively engaging communities in Africa. The vision is captivating: an 8,000-kilometer-long, 15-kilometer-wide wall of trees, stretching from the Atlantic Ocean to the Red Sea, cutting across the vast expanse of the Sahara Desert. Fatima Aliyu Magaji, Nigerian climate activist and our guest on the episode explores the significance of this green barrier, its potential to mitigate and adapt to climate change impacts, and the collaborative efforts underway across 12 African countries.

Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the multifaceted relationship between climate change and security and discover how initiatives like the Great Green Wall are pioneering innovative solutions to safeguard communities and ecosystems in the face of a changing climate. This episode is a compelling exploration of the intersection between environmental sustainability, peace, and global cooperation.

This episode features in-depth conversations with Javier Cantero, Spanish Diplomat, Fatima Aliyu Magaji, Youth Champion for the Nigerian National Agency for the Great Green Wall and Maiga Attaher, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations Country Representative in Ivory Coast.