Located on the borders between the West African countries of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger is the landlocked region of Liptako-Gourma.
News and Stories
Photo Stories
Improving energy efficiency and waste management in palm oil processing sites brings relieve to women palm oil producers.
Explainers
We break down how climate change is impacting peace and security and why we must align climate action with conflict prevention and peacebuilding.
Photo Stories
Uganda, Kenya, and Somalia are demonstrating that real progress towards climate action is possible.
Blog Posts
As the converging forces of climate change and conflict are reshaping development in the region, climate security has moved up the political agenda.
Blog Posts
Solar energy can help countries in West Africa pursue low-carbon development while also bringing energy access to those who still need it
Photo Stories
With support from Japan, UNDP and partners have restored 14 micro hydro plants, lighting up the lives of 70,000 off-grid residents.
Photo Stories
In the wake of recent devastating floods, Georgia is laying the foundations for a safer, climate-resilient future.
Photo Stories
How Indigenous groups are safeguarding nature and supporting the fight against climate change
Photo Stories
The bees facilitate the cross-pollination of plants, which is vital for the regeneration and growth of the forest ecosystem.
News
New infrastructure that ensures water security and prevents soil erosion is a lifeline for farmers and herders, amidst severe drought.
News
The Amazon Summit held in Brazil witnessed a robust commitment to sustainable development with the Belém Declaration.
Photo Stories
For the Wayúu people, cultivating the guajiro bean is an integral part of their culture, and contributes to build resilience to climate change.
Photo Stories
Indigenous communities in Belize find a livelihood and a home while protecting and restoring the forest's ecosystems.