Climate Mobility

Climate mobility is a pressing issue in Africa, driven by the growing impact of climate change on human migration and displacement. Despite its significance, there is a substantial knowledge gap on the scale, patterns, and consequences of climate-induced displacement in Africa.

This knowledge gap has critical implications for African policymakers, as climate mobility affects national and regional development, economic growth, and human security. The African Union's African Climate Mobility Initiative and other regional and global initiatives emphasize the need for collective action to address climate mobility.

Furthermore, climate mobility intersects with other key thematic areas, including diaspora engagement and remittances, labor migration and legal pathways, and South-South migration dialogue and governance. This highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing climate mobility.

The Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung African Migration Policy Centre (FES AMPC) is well-positioned to contribute to addressing climate mobility in Africa. By supporting research, dialogue, and capacity-building initiatives, FES AMPC will help develop innovative solutions, such as climate-resilient infrastructure, climate-smart agriculture, and climate-informed migration policies.

Addressing climate mobility is crucial for promoting sustainable development, human security, and regional stability in Africa. FES AMPC's work in this area aims to contribute to a better understanding of climate mobility and its implications, ultimately informing effective policy responses to this complex challenge.