Implementation of Regional
Stabilization Strategy
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Implementation of Regional Stabilization Strategy
Overview
The Regional Stabilization Strategy (RSS) is a comprehensive framework adopted by the Lake Chad Basin Commission (LCBC) in August 2018 to address the root causes of instability and violent extremism in the Lake Chad Basin. Endorsed by the African Union Peace and Security Council, the strategy is being implemented across eight targeted territories in Cameroon, Chad, Niger, and Nigeria.
Objective
To stabilize Boko Haram-affected areas in the Lake Chad Basin through coordinated regional interventions that promote peace, recovery, and resilience.
LCBC-Executed Components
Component: Coordination and Implementation of the RSS
Duration: Ongoing since 2018
Objective: African Union, UNDP, Member States, International Donors
Key Activities
Technical Coordination of Pillars
Coordinate nine strategic pillars of intervention:
- Political Cooperation
- Security and Human Rights
- Disarmament, Demobilisation, Rehabilitation, Reinsertion and Reintegration (DDRRR)
- Humanitarian Assistance
- Governance and the Social Contract
- Socio-Economic Recovery and Environmental Sustainability
- Education, Learning and Skills
- Prevention of Violent Extremism and Peace building
- Empowerment and Inclusion of Women and Youth
Wetland & Biodiversity Conservation
- Support implementation of a watershed management cycle.
- Strengthen internal processes for strategic planning and coordination.
Territorial Action Plans
- Develop and implement localized stabilization plans in eight territories.
- Align national efforts with regional priorities.
Monitoring and Evaluation
- Track progress and impact of stabilization efforts.
- Report to stakeholders and partners
Expected Results
- Stabilized communities and restored state authority.
- Improved security and human rights conditions.
- Reintegration of former combatants & displaced persons.
- Strengthened governance and service delivery.
- Enhanced socio-economic recovery & resilience.
Cross-Cutting Themes
· Peacebuilding: Inclusive approaches to conflict resolution.
· Gender and Youth Inclusion: Empowerment and participation in recovery.
Environmental Sustainability: Integrated recovery and ecological protection.
Alignment with Strategic Frameworks
- · Regional Strategy for Stabilization, Recovery and Resilience (RSS)
· African Union Agenda 2063 – Silencing the Guns
· UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Contact
Location
African Union, UNDP, Member States
LCBC RSS Project Page
