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SUMMARY:Technical Support Project for the Restoration of the Ecological and Economic Functions of the Lake Chad Basin (PARFEBALT)
DESCRIPTION:Technical Support Project for the Restoration of the Ecological and Economic Functions of the Lake Chad Basin (PARFEBALT)\nOverview \nThe PARFEBALT Project is a multinational initiative implemented by the Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC) with financial support from the African Development Bank Group (AfDB). The project aims to lay the technical\, institutional\, and knowledge foundations necessary for the long-term revitalization of the Lake Chad Basin. \nCovering Cameroon\, Chad\, Niger\, Nigeria\, and the Central African Republic\, PARFEBALT responds to the urgent need to address environmental degradation\, declining water resources\, and socio-economic vulnerabilities affecting millions of people in the region. \nThe Lake Chad Basin\, home to over 45 million people\, has experienced significant shrinkage and ecosystem degradation due to climate variability\, unsustainable resource use\, and demographic pressures\, making restoration efforts both urgent and strategic. \n  \nProject Development Objective \nThe overall objective of PARFEBALT is to: \nRestore the ecological and economic functions of Lake Chad and strengthen the resilience of basin populations through improved water resource management\, ecosystem revitalization\, and enhanced institutional capacity. \nThe project also aims to create the necessary conditions for mobilizing large-scale investments for the restoration and sustainable development of the basin. \n  \nProject Components \nComponent 1: Preparatory Studies for the Lake Chad Revitalization Programme \nObjective: Develop the technical and analytical basis for future large-scale investments. \nKey Activities: \n\nConduct technical\, environmental\, socio-economic\, and climate studies\nAssess options to improve water flows in the Chari–Logone and Komadugu-Yobe river systems\nPrepare bankable investment programmes for Lake Chad restoration\nUndertake feasibility studies and environmental and social impact assessments.\n\n  \nComponent 2: Support for Improving Knowledge of Water Resources \nObjective: Strengthen monitoring systems and enhance understanding of basin dynamics. \nKey Activities: \n\nExpand hydrometeorological and hydrogeological monitoring systems\nEstablish early warning systems for floods and droughts\nImprove data collection\, analysis\, and information sharing\nBuild technical and institutional capacities within LCBC and Member States.\n\n  \nComponent 3: Project Management \nObjective: Ensure effective implementation\, coordination\, and monitoring of project activities. \nKey Activities: \n\nEstablish and operate the Project Management Unit (PMU)\nImplement monitoring and evaluation systems\nConduct financial and procurement audits\nStrengthen coordination among stakeholders\n\n  \nExpected Results \n\nImproved knowledge and monitoring of water resources in the Lake Chad Basin\nDevelopment of technically sound and investment-ready restoration programmes\nStrengthened institutional and technical capacities of LCBC and Member States\nEnhanced regional cooperation and coordination in water resource management\nMobilization of financial resources for large-scale basin restoration initiatives.pdf)\n\n  \nCross-Cutting Themes \n\nClimate Resilience: Addressing climate variability and strengthening adaptation strategies\nGender and Inclusion: Promoting participation of women and youth in governance and economic activities\nRegional Integration: Enhancing cooperation among Member States\nPeace and Stability: Supporting sustainable livelihoods and reducing resource-based conflicts.\n\n  \nAlignment with Strategic Frameworks \nPARFEBALT is aligned with key regional and international development frameworks\, including: \n\nLCBC Strategic Action Programme (2023–2035)\nAfrican Development Bank’s High 5 Priorities\nSustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – particularly SDG 6\, SDG 13\, and SDG 15\nAfrican Union Agenda 2063.\n\n  \nFinancing and Implementation \n\nExecuting Agency: Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC)\nFinancing Partner: African Development Bank Group\nTotal Project Cost: Approximately UA 7 million (AfDB financing).\nImplementation Period: 2025 – 2028.pdf)\n\n  \nConclusion \nPARFEBALT represents a critical milestone in the collective efforts of LCBC Member States and partners to reverse decades of environmental decline in the Lake Chad Basin. By strengthening knowledge systems\, institutional capacity\, and investment readiness\, the project lays the foundation for a sustainable\, resilient\, and prosperous future for the region. \n  \nContact \nImplementing Agency: Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC)\nFinancing Partner: African Development Bank Group (AfDB)
URL:https://cblt.org/event/technical-support-project-for-the-restoration-of-the-ecological-and-economic-functions-of-the-lake-chad-basin-parfebalt/
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SUMMARY:Investment Planning for the Sustainable and Equitable Development of the Lake Chad Basin’s Natural Resources (PIBALT)
DESCRIPTION:Investment Planning for the Sustainable and Equitable Development of the Lake Chad Basin’s Natural Resources (PIBALT)\nBackground \nThe Lake Chad Basin\, 2.5 million km² in size\, is a living space for nearly 45 million people\, including 2 million living around the lake. The ecosystem is under strong pressure due to: \n\nthe effects of climate change;\nhydrological variability;\nthe degradation of biodiversity;\nthe rapid increase in population;\nsocio-economic fragilities exacerbated by insecurity (Boko Haram and ISWAP).\n\nIn order to respond to these challenges\, the Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC) has adopted a New Strategic Action Programme (SAP 2023-2037)\, requiring a Five-Year Investment Plan (FYIP) to structure priority actions. \n  \nOverall objective \nRebuild the economy of the Lake Chad Basin through sustainable\, efficient and equitable exploitation of natural resources\, through the development of a five-year Investment Plan based on SAP (2023-2037). \n  \nSpecific objectives \n\nAssess the impact of the first Five-Year Investment Plan (FYIP 2013-2017).\nIdentify and prioritize investment actions aligned with the environmental objectives (EQO) of SAP (2023-2037).\nStrengthen the capacities of regional and national institutions.\nMobilize technical and financial partners for the financing of Lake Chad Basin projects.\n\n  \nExpected results \nShort-term (during the project) \n\nFull impact assessment of the 1st FYIP.\nDevelopment of a 2nd Five-Year Investment Plan including at least 20 bankable project sheets.\nOrganization of a validation workshop and an investor round table.\n\nMedium term \n\nImproved governance of water and natural resources.\nStrengthening the climate resilience of communities in the basin.\nCapacity building of the LCBC and Member States.\n\n  \nBeneficiaries \nDirect \n\nLake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC)\nNational Water and Environmental Management Institutions\nInstitutional actors from the 5 countries of the conventional basin: Cameroon\, Chad\, Niger\, Nigeria\, CAR.\n\nIndirect \n\nThe 45 million inhabitants of the basin and the 2 million living around the lake.\nWomen\, youth and vulnerable groups\, whose livelihoods depend on natural resources.\n\n  \nProject components \nComponent I: Development of the 2nd Five Years Investment Plan \n  \n\nEvaluation of the 1st FYIP (2009–2018)\nIdentification of sectoral investment opportunities \n\nAgriculture\nAgeing\nFishing\nEnergy\nTrade and navigation\n\n\nDevelopment of at least 20 project sheets aligned with SAP EQOs\nDevelopment of the 2024 – 2029 Investment Plan\nClimate risk assessment and development of a resilience plan\nSupport for the organization of the donors’ round table\n\n  \nComponent II: Project Management (LCBC) \n\nAdministrative functioning\, coordination\, monitoring and evaluation\, audit.
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