Defence Cabinet Secretary Hon. Soipan Tuya on Thursday delivered a lecture to the National Defence College (NDC) Course No. 27 of 2024/25, titled “The Nexus Between Climate Change and Security.”
In her address, Hon. Tuya highlighted the growing impact of climate change on global security, noting that it exacerbates existing risks by intensifying resource competition, food and water insecurity, displacement, and conflict—effectively acting as a threat multiplier.
“By worsening inequalities, straining governance systems, and increasing intergroup tensions, climate change weakens societal resilience and heightens vulnerabilities, contributing to instability and conflict,” she stated.
She emphasized the need for integrated climate security interventions that combine environmental resilience with conflict prevention, addressing both ecological degradation and security threats.
During her visit, Hon. Tuya also inspected ongoing expansion works at the college, which include the construction of an ultra-modern multi-storey complex that will house a tuition block, auditorium, and library.
The event was hosted by NDC Commandant Lt. Gen. Juma Shee Mwinyikai and Deputy Commandant (Civilian) Amb. Simon Nabukwesi. Also in attendance were the Chief of Operations at Defence Headquarters, Brig. Edward Rugendo, alongside other senior military officers.
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