The Improved Resilience of Coastal Communities in Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana project, supported by the Adaptation Fund, is a 3.5-year initiative (Nov 2024 – May 2028) with a total budget of USD 13.99 million. It aims to empower 21 vulnerable coastal communities — 10 in Côte d’Ivoire and 11 in Ghana — to be well cushioned from the impacts of climate change.
The project will have direct impact on 126,019 people and 14.2 million people indirectly, across 21 coastal communities in Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana.
Through innovative, nature-based solutions and inclusive planning, this initiative is laying the groundwork for stronger infrastructure, restored ecosystems, and sustainable livelihoods.
The project is implemented by UN-Habitat as the Implementing Entity, in partnership with Habitat for Humanity International (lead Executing Entity for community-level interventions, with ActionAid as an implementing partner in Ghana), the University of Twente, and the Abidjan Convention Secretariat. The project is being implemented in partnership with the UN-Habitat, University of Twente and the Abidjan Convention Secretariat.
The project is implemented with strong leadership from the national Ministries of Environment, ensuring government ownership and long-term sustainability.
Our goal is to reduce climate vulnerability in West Africa’s coastal communities by mitigating shoreline erosion and safeguarding homes, livelihoods, and ecosystems. This will be achieved through integrated, community-driven solutions that:
Our ultimate aim is to support creation of sustainable, thriving coastal zones where communities can adapt and prosper despite rising sea levels, erosion, and flooding.
Building resilience where it matters most
Our work is more than plans and reports — it’s about transforming lives. Here’s how the expected changes will impact communities in Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana:
The Adaptation Fund project contributes directly to global efforts to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by addressing climate resilience, poverty reduction, and ecosystem restoration. Together, these actions create a ripple effect — improving lives, protecting ecosystems, and advancing global sustainability. Here’s how:
