The Ministry of Water and Forests in Côte d'Ivoire has set up a Local Water and Sanitation Committee (CLEA) for Haut-Solomougou in Dikodougou. This move aims to strengthen collaboration among local stakeholders in managing water resources sustainably. The committee was established on September 29, 2026, in Dikodougou. It comprises 13 members from various sectors and local actors.
The CLEA is chaired by Soro Tergué, the deputy mayor of Dikodougou. The committee's primary role is to contribute to mobilizing local actors, facilitating consultation, and monitoring actions related to water resource management and sanitation. This initiative is part of a project implemented in the Haut-Solomougou area. The committee's establishment is expected to enhance local participation in water resource management.
Mélanie Fayet, representing the International Water Office (OIEau), commended the mobilization of stakeholders and highlighted the project's main challenges. She encouraged local actors to engage actively in the project's implementation. The project's objectives and context were explained by Kouassi Kouamé Auguste, on behalf of the Minister of Water and Forests. He expressed gratitude to partners for their support and urged local populations to take ownership of the project.
The project was presented in detail by Labé Simplice, outlining its goals, operational framework, and modalities for local actor involvement. Mamadou Coulibaly, the prefect of Dikodougou, welcomed the committee's establishment, considering it a crucial step in organizing local water resource management. He reaffirmed the administration's support for the CLEA's activities.
The meeting facilitated the establishment of a consultation framework among authorities, populations, technical services, and partners. This framework focuses on water and sanitation issues in Haut-Solomougou. The CLEA's creation marks a significant milestone in Côte d'Ivoire's efforts to improve local water resource management.
The committee's members were selected from diverse backgrounds to ensure representation of various stakeholders. This diverse representation is expected to foster effective collaboration and coordination in managing water resources. The project's success depends on the active engagement of local actors and the committee's ability to facilitate cooperation.
The establishment of the CLEA for Haut-Solomougou demonstrates Côte d'Ivoire's commitment to sustainable water resource management. The project's implementation will be closely monitored, and its outcomes are expected to serve as a model for other regions. Key stakeholders have expressed their support for the initiative, which is expected to improve water resource management and sanitation in the area.
Key points
- The committee's establishment aims to promote sustainable water resource management in Haut-Solomougou.
- The CLEA comprises 13 members from various sectors and local actors.
- The project's success depends on the active engagement of local actors and the committee's ability to facilitate cooperation.
