<p>The Hadjer Lamis province shares a border with Far North Cameroon and is one of the regions most affected by the Boko Haram conflict. In this episode, former Governor, Ali Haroun, calls for a coordinated approach amongst the crucial partners. To support the efforts of the government in leaving no one behind, he calls for three significant actions in the province: (1) Strengthening trade and essential services; (2) Using agriculture as a pathway to economic revitalisation; (3) Reducing internal conflicts, and improving safety and living conditions for the safe and voluntary return of IDPs.</p>
<p>*Podcast Delivery in French</p>

Episode 9: Cross-Border Cooperation against a Common Enemy | Adam Noucky Charfadine

For decades, Lake Chad Basin countries (Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Nigeria) have grappled with various forms of insecurity, including banditry, abductions, highway robbery and cattle rustling, with the most significant security challenge being the Boko Haram crisis.

#RebuildingTogether represents our efforts to make affected territories whole again and restore hope for a future of possibilities. Through the Regional Stabilization Facility, we support peacebuilding and development in the region to rebuild social contracts and reduce violence.