Governing Climate Mobility in Africa: Explorations of Adaptation in Ethiopia and Ghana

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Marie Ladekjær Gravesen (Danish Institute for International Studies) Nauja Kleist (Danish Institute for International Studies)

Governing Climate Mobility in Africa

Explorations of Adaptation in Ethiopia and Ghana

Marie Ladekjær Gravesen (Danish Institute for International Studies), Nauja Kleist (Danish Institute for International Studies), Zerihun Mohammed , Dessalegn Rahmato (Addis Ababa University)

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Bristol University Press
28 July 2025

Development studies; Migration, immigration & emigration; Politics & government; Global warming; Social impact of environmental issues

Available open access digitally under CC BY NC ND licence.

Climate change is often understood as a main driver of human mobility in Africa, but this book demonstrates the many other factors that also come into play in households´ mobility practices including those linked to gender, finance and livelihoods.

Using case studies from Ethiopia and Ghana, the edited collection reveals how the two countries' governance structures play significant roles in shaping households' agency and mobility options. It shows that mobility has long been practised in both countries and is important for households' livelihoods and resilience to climate change. The book concludes with policy recommendations for institutional practices that can support adaptive climate mobility.

Contributions by: Marie Ladekjær Gravesen (Danish Institute for International Studies), Nauja Kleist (Danish Institute for International Studies), Zerihun Mohammed, Dessalegn Rahmato (Addis Ababa University), Adane Alemayehu Tadesse (Addis Ababa University)
Imprint: Bristol University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
ISBN: 9781529245394
ISBN 10: 1529245397
Pages: 288
Publication Date: 28 July 2025
Audience: College/higher education , General/trade , Further / Higher Education , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Reviews for Governing Climate Mobility in Africa: Explorations of Adaptation in Ethiopia and Ghana

“This excellent book fills a looming gap in the field of climate mobilities: its politics and governance.” Ingrid Boas, Wageningen University ""An excellent demonstration of the intricate, multidirectional relationship between two of the world’s pressing concerns—climate change and mobility—from diverse perspectives."" Fana Gebresenbet, Director of the Institute for Peace and Security Studies, Ethiopia 'Governing Climate Mobility in Africa is the first integrative guide to both mobility research and policy – it opens up so many exciting pathways.' Jesse Ribot, American University