United Nations Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, Hanna Tetteh has called for strengthened collaboration on climate security to curb conflicts in the Horn of Africa region

Tetteh made the remarks when she paid a courtesy call to the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (Igad) Climate Prediction and Applications Centre (ICPAC) to assess the ongoing efforts in addressing the intersection of climate, peace, and security in the region.

The visit highlighted the collaboration between the UN and regional bodies like Igad in promoting climate resilience and peace-building as the region continues to face increasing threats from climate-related risks.

“Climate change is a critical driver of conflict in the Horn of Africa, and our partnership with world-class institutions such as ICPAC is essential in strengthening early warning systems that provide real-time data. These systems are key in saving lives and livelihoods by enabling communities to prepare for and mitigate the impacts of climate-related crises before they escalate,” said Tetteh.

“ICPAC’s collaboration with the UN has been key in advancing climate security efforts in the Horn of Africa. Our early warning systems play a key role in addressing the impacts of climate change on peace and security in the region. Today’s visit by Tetteh reaffirms our shared commitment to using data-driven solutions to build resilience and promote long-term stability,” said ICPAC Officer-in-Charge Abdi Fidar.