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This article sought to examine the impact of climate change within the context of internal displacement in Africa and to preview and describe the trends of internally displaced people in Africa. Over 10.1 million people are relocated in Southern Africa or internally displaced as a result of natural disasters connected to climate change, drought, instability, and economic pressures. These statistics show that the consequences of climate change may lead to increased internal displacement in Africa unless solutions are put in place to minimize that.

The possible key recommendations suggested in this article are:

• broadening the definition of refugees to include climate refugees;
• investing in climate change adaptation measures;
• strengthening regional and continental bodies;
• and robust research and capacity building.