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Unilateral dam construction in West Africa and its implications for water insecurity and regional instability

Water resource competition is emerging as a major driver of regional instability, particularly in West Africa, where climate change and drought exacerbate scarcity. The construction of the Kandadji Dam by the Niger Republic on the River Niger, despite pre-existing water-sharing agreements with Nigeria, exemplifies how unilateral control over transboundary water resources can heighten international tensions. This study examines the implications of the dam’s construction on water security, regional stability, and potential conflict, while also exploring its prospects for fostering economic integ…