Lake Chad Basin Commission- LCBC

Stabilizing Communities
in Lake Chad Basin

Resilience begins with innovation. LCBC combines traditional knowledge with modern solutions to address environmental degradation, improve governance, and strengthen community development. By working together, we create lasting impact for generations across the Lake Chad Basin.

Sustainable Resource Management and Livelihoods Enhancement

Promoting responsible use of natural resources while improving community well-being. By linking conservation with inclusive economic growth, we empower people with sustainable livelihoods, reduce poverty, and secure the natural capital that supports life and development.

Environmental Sustainability
Focus

Preserving nature’s balance through protection, restoration, and responsible stewardship. Our efforts aim to safeguard endangered species, rehabilitate degraded landscapes, and rebuild natural ecosystems that support life, livelihoods, and climate stability for generations to come.

Watershed and Environmental Focus

Protecting the integrity of rivers, lakes, and reservoirs through comprehensive land and water management. By addressing upstream erosion, promoting reforestation, and enforcing sustainable land-use practices, we ensure cleaner water systems
and enhanced environmental resilience.

Integrated Water Resources Management

Transforming how we value and manage water through collaboration and innovation. Our approach strengthens climate resilience, supports communities, enhances agricultural productivity, and safeguards biodiversity—ensuring that every drop counts toward a sustainable future.

Durable Solutions and Protection

Advancing long-term, sustainable approaches that safeguard vulnerable populations and restore dignity to affected communities. Through resilience-building, social inclusion, and effective policy frameworks, we promote safety, stability, and opportunities for people to rebuild their lives with hope and security.

Biodiversity Conservation and Ecosystem Restoration

Restoring the natural balance between people and the environment by protecting species, rehabilitating degraded landscapes, and revitalizing ecosystems. Our commitment is to safeguard biodiversity, strengthen climate resilience, and preserve nature’s wealth for future generations.

Sedimentation & Silting Control

mplementing integrated land and water management strategies to reduce erosion, prevent siltation, and preserve aquatic systems. Through sustainable practices and community action, we protect water infrastructure, enhance ecosystem health, and ensure the longevity of our water resources.

The Principles That Guide Our Work

These principles embody our vision for a sustainable and resilient Lake Chad Basin.

Solidarity

Sustainability

Integration

Stability

Inclusivity

Transparency

Innovation

Measuring Our Achievements and
Progress Over the Years

Over the years, the LCBC has worked relentlessly to restore livelihoods, secure water resources, and foster peace across its member states — Cameroon, Chad, Niger, Nigeria, the Central African Republic, and Libya.

COLLABORATION

Member States

collaborating for shared peace, stability, and sustainable development.

LIVELIHOOD

People Reached

0 M+

through resource management & livelihood restoration programs.

SUSTAINABILITY

Increase

0 %

in environmental restoration and forest Sustainability.

About LCBC

The Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC) was established on 22 May 1964 by the four countries bordering Lake Chad: Cameroon, Niger, Nigeria, and Chad. The Central African Republic joined the organization in 1996, and Libya was admitted in 2008. Egypt, the Republic of Congo and the Democratic Republic of Congo are observer members. The headquarters of the Commission is located is in N’Djamena, Chad.