Building Climate-Responsive Land Governance in Africa

From 29–30 April 2025, the Network of Excellence on Land Governance in Africa (NELGA), in collaboration with the Institute for Poverty, Land and Agrarian Studies (PLAAS) at the University of the Western Cape, hosted a two-day online course on Climate Change and Land Governance in Africa.

The training brought together land professionals, researchers, civil society representatives, and policymakers from across the continent. Participants explored the complex and urgent connections between climate change and land governance, focusing on how Africa’s land systems can become more inclusive, resilient, and responsive to climate impacts.

Facilitated by Prof. Ruth Hall, Prof. Moenieba Isaacs, Dr. Phillan Zamchiya, and Dr. James Murombedzi—the course addressed themes such as climate justice, tenure security, adaptation, and sustainable land use. The programme blended theoretical insights with practical case studies, highlighting community-led responses and policy innovations across Africa.

This training reflects NELGA’s broader mission to strengthen the capacity of African institutions and individuals to shape effective land governance systems in the face of growing environmental and socio-political pressures. By equipping stakeholders with knowledge and tools, NELGA aims to support climate-resilient development and ensure equitable access to land for all.