Countries across West and Central Africa are taking decisive steps towards address the growing challenges of human mobility and climate change through efforts to integrating these into their national policies. This initiative marks an important milestone for the region as it moves toward more holistic, and policy driven climate action. 

As the region grapples with rising climate-related displacement, with over 1.2 million people displaced by the recent flooding alone in 2024 compared to 624,700 people internally displaced the previous year. With the World Bank projection of up to 32 million climate migrants by 2050, governments are increasingly recognizing the need for comprehensive, forward-looking climate strategies. By prioritizing human mobility in national plans, countries are better positioned to address the dual challenges of climate change and displacement, ensuring that policies not only mitigate climate impacts but also support communities on the move.