A three-day workshop aimed at developing the first-ever five-year action plan for the local agriculture chamber in Tenenkou, Mauritania, commenced on September 28. The event, organized by the local delegation of the agriculture chamber with support from the IRC NGO, brings together diverse stakeholders, including farmers, herders, and technical partners. The plan, set to cover 2027-2031, aims to boost productivity and address climate change challenges.
The workshop's opening ceremony was presided over by Ousmane Diamouténé, the second deputy prefect. In his speech, Diamouténé emphasized the importance of a participatory approach, allowing grassroots actors to contribute directly. He also highlighted the significant role of agro-sylvopastoral activities in the Tenenkou region and reaffirmed the administration's commitment to supporting initiatives that improve living conditions for local populations.
Soumaïla Bocar Coulibaly, the second deputy mayor of Tenenkou, welcomed the workshop, seeing it as an opportunity for rural stakeholders to discuss the needs and concerns of farmers, herders, and fishermen. The new president of the local agriculture chamber, Hamboye Diall, stated that the plan will serve as a guiding document to address productivity challenges, modernize farms, and adapt to climate change.
During the three-day workshop, participants will assess the current state of the agro-sylvopastoral and fisheries sectors, identify lessons from past interventions, and define strategic axes for the next five years. They will also prioritize activities for implementing the plan and validate the 2027-2031 action plan. The local agriculture chamber's new bureau was established during an assembly of consular delegates on June 20, 2026.
The workshop marks the beginning of the new chamber's activities, with Diall and his team, including technical advisor Issa Thindé, aiming to quickly get to work for the benefit of local communities. Thindé, an agriculture expert, will likely play a key role in shaping the plan. The IRC NGO's support has been crucial in facilitating this process.
The plan's development process is expected to foster collaboration among stakeholders and ensure that the needs of local populations are addressed. By involving a diverse range of actors, the plan is likely to be comprehensive and effective in addressing the challenges faced by the agriculture sector in Tenenkou. The administration's commitment to supporting initiatives that improve living conditions is also expected to enhance the plan's impact.
The successful development and implementation of the five-year plan will depend on the continued engagement and support of stakeholders, including local authorities, farmers, and technical partners. The plan's validation and launch will mark an important milestone in the development of the agriculture sector in Tenenkou, with potential benefits for the local economy and population.
Key points
- The workshop aims to develop a participatory five-year action plan for the local agriculture chamber in Tenenkou, Mauritania.
- The plan will address productivity challenges, modernize farms, and adapt to climate change.
- The local agriculture chamber's new bureau was established during an assembly of consular delegates on June 20, 2026.
