Fisherman casting his net. Gorom, Cameroon. (Photo: Daniel Tiveau/CIFOR)
Cameroon’s fragile Far North region is witnessing recurrent friction between herding and fishing communities over access to water. Climate change has led to erratic rainfall and increased competition between ethnic groups over resources like water and land. To help resolve tensions, authorities should increase the number of early warning committees and help strengthen climate resilience in the Far North. They should also make water and land management more inclusive and ensure that the region’s people have access to better security and justice services.
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Security Topics: Natural Resources and Conflict