The Mauritanian Information Agency reported that the project, titled "Consolidating the Clean Cooking Sector and Enhancing its Economic Anchoring in Tiris Zemmour," was launched on September 30, 2026, in the regional capital, Zouerate. The initiative is a collaboration between the Sahel Cultural and Social Communication Association and the Tiris Zemmour regional authority, under the auspices of the International Organization of La Francophonie's "Clean Cooking" program.
The project's primary objective is to boost economic activity in the region by supporting women's cooperatives and associations, with a focus on enhancing their economic capabilities. The initiative aims to promote sustainable development and economic empowerment for women in Tiris Zemmour, one of Mauritania's most disadvantaged regions. According to the project's proponents, the initiative will help to create income-generating activities for vulnerable groups and support local economic development.
The launch event was attended by several high-ranking officials, including the Deputy President of the Tiris Zemmour regional authority, Mohamedou Ould Sidaty, and the Regional Director of Social Work, Childhood, and Family, Asouidat Laphizil Sheikh. They praised the efforts of the Sahel Cultural and Social Communication Association in promoting economic empowerment and social development in the region.
The project's scope includes supporting the creation of income-generating activities for women's cooperatives, with a focus on promoting clean cooking practices and sustainable development. The initiative has already secured funding for several projects, including meat sales and drying projects in the Bir Am Akrein and Fderik districts, as well as cassava production and sales projects in the Zouerate district.
According to the project's proponents, these initiatives aim to support the local economy, enhance the value chain for local products, and promote sustainable development practices in the region. The project's success is expected to have a positive impact on the lives of women and vulnerable groups in Tiris Zemmour, improving their economic prospects and social well-being.
The launch event was attended by representatives from various regional authorities, including the Regional Environment and Sustainable Development Delegation, the Regional Culture and Arts Delegation, and the National Mining and Industry Company (SNIM). Several beneficiaries of the project from across the region also participated in the event, which marked an important milestone in the project's implementation.
The project's implementation is expected to contribute to the achievement of sustainable development goals in Mauritania, particularly in the areas of economic empowerment, social development, and environmental protection. The project's success will depend on the effective collaboration of all stakeholders, including regional authorities, local communities, and international partners.
Key points
- The project aims to support women's economic cooperatives and enhance their economic capacity in Tiris Zemmour, Mauritania.
- The initiative is a collaboration between the Sahel Cultural and Social Communication Association and the Tiris Zemmour regional authority, under the auspices of the International Organization of La Francophonie's "Clean Cooking" program.
- The project has already secured funding for several income-generating activities, including meat sales and drying projects, and cassava production and sales projects.
