Senegal - Casamance Rural Development Support Project (PADERCA)

The goal of the project, which falls under the Program to revive economic and social activities in Casamance put in place by the Government and supported by the donor community, is to bolster the process of return of peace in the region. With a duration period of five years, the specific objective of the project is to support rural development through the conservation and development of “water, soil and forest” resources currently under serious threat. Based on participatory planning, the project will help develop nearly 15,000 ha of farm lands, build the capacities of farmers’ organizations, especially those operated by women, improve the professionalization of production channels and provide special support for social infrastructure. The main component of the project include: (A) Natural Resources Conservation and Development; (B) Local Development and Capacity Building; and (C) Project Management.