The 5th edition of the Scientific Study Days of the Research Group Space, Territories, Societies and Health (GRETSSA) was held from November 11 to 13, 2026, at the Péléforo Gon Coulibaly University (UPGC) in Korhogo, Côte d'Ivoire. The event brought together teachers, researchers, doctoral students, and professionals to discuss the impacts of global changes on agro-pastoral activities. The theme of the meeting was "Impacts of global changes on agro-pastoral activities: adaptation strategies and perspectives."
The discussions focused on the resilience of agro-pastoral activities, sustainable management of forest resources, preservation of biodiversity, and the effects of climate variability on human activities. Participants examined the food, health, environmental, and socio-economic consequences of these changes. The goal was to analyze the manifestations of global changes and explore adaptation strategies.
Arnaud Kouassi Paul, director of GRETSSA, highlighted that the discussions allowed for an analysis of the manifestations of global changes and the exploration of adaptation strategies. Konan Kouamé Hyacinthe, dean of the UFR of Social Sciences, representing the president of UPGC, expressed hope that the scientific recommendations would be valued by decision-makers and translated into concrete actions for rural populations.
The third day of the colloquium was dedicated to field visits to the Koko dam, the Solomougou dam, and the traditional weaver village of Waraniéné. The objective was to compare scientific reflections with local realities in terms of natural resource management and preservation of traditional know-how.
The event concluded with the distribution of certificates and the distinction of the best scientific communications. The director of GRETSSA announced that the next edition would take place in 2027 in Abidjan. The organizers aim to strengthen the contribution of scientific research to the development of concrete responses to environmental challenges and the sustainability of agro-pastoral activities.
The scientific colloquium provided a platform for experts to share knowledge and experiences on the impacts of global changes on agro-pastoral activities. The event demonstrated the commitment of researchers and stakeholders to finding solutions to the challenges facing rural communities in Côte d'Ivoire.
Key recommendations from the colloquium include the need for sustainable management of forest resources, preservation of biodiversity, and adaptation to climate variability. The event highlighted the importance of collaboration between researchers, decision-makers, and local communities to address the challenges facing agro-pastoral activities in Côte d'Ivoire.
Key points
- The colloquium recommended strategies for adapting to global changes and preserving agro-pastoral activities in Côte d'Ivoire.
- The event brought together experts from various fields to discuss the impacts of global changes on agro-pastoral activities.
- The next edition of the colloquium will take place in 2027 in Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire.
