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  The government should develop a relevant research program for Niger 18/08/2025

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  The video article titled “The government should develop a relevant research program for Niger...” features Dr Yaye Aissatou Dramé, Director of Researc...

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  Country : Niger

  Organizations : WATHI
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Vidéo / Governance,
The government should develop a relevant research program for Niger 18/08/2025
Summary :
The video article titled “The government should develop a relevant research program for Niger...” features Dr Yaye Aissatou Dramé, Director of Research at Abdou Moumouni University in Niamey, and was published by WATHI Think Tank on August 10, 2025 . As a scholar known for her expertise in agro-food systems, agroforestry, and natural resource management, she advocates for a tailored national research program that addresses Niger’s specific challenges . Such a program, she argues, would enhance the country’s ability to tackle issues related to sustainable development, food security, and resource management by leveraging local researchers and aligning with national priorities
Keywords :
Governance, Agriculture, Natural ressources, Researh, Sustainable development
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WATHI
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• Research Report / Governance,

  Opportunity or necessity? Youth agripreneurs in Benin, Ethiopia and Senegal 14/05/2025

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  This report investigates youth agripreneurs in Benin, Ethiopia, and Senegal based on a survey of 634 individuals aged 15–35. It highlights the diversi...

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  Country : Senegal , Benin , Ethiopia

  Organizations : ZEF – Center for Development Research, University of Bonn
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Research Report / Governance,
Opportunity or necessity? Youth agripreneurs in Benin, Ethiopia and Senegal 14/05/2025
Summary :
This report investigates youth agripreneurs in Benin, Ethiopia, and Senegal based on a survey of 634 individuals aged 15–35. It highlights the diversity of food-related enterprises, with most youth engaged in farming, processing, or retail. These are typically micro-businesses with modest turnover but significant employment potential. Half of the youth entered agribusiness by choice, and opportunity-driven entrepreneurs outperform those driven by necessity. Access to finance is the most common constraint, while public policy support—especially in training and market access—is widely sought. The study emphasizes the need for differentiated support policies and reaffirms agriculture as an attractive sector for youth. Although many gained skills through informal means, demand for practical training is high. Use of innovation and technology remains low, pointing to a gap between youth aspirations and structural support.
Keywords :
Agriculture, Economic Development, Religious education, Education, Youth, Development, Food security, Soicial sciences, Knowlege production, EMPLOYMENT
Organizations :
ZEF – Center for Development Research, University of Bonn
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• NGO / Association report / Governance,

  Monitoring Bulletin of Supported Micro-Enterprises in the Moughataa of Bassikounou, Mauritania – March 2025 25/04/2025

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  This ACF monitoring bulletin presents the progress of 56 micro-enterprises supported in Bassikounou, Mauritania, under a UNHCR-funded project. Despite...

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  Country : Mauritania

  Organizations : Action Against Hunger – Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROWCA)
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NGO / Association report / Governance,
Monitoring Bulletin of Supported Micro-Enterprises in the Moughataa of Bassikounou, Mauritania – March 2025 25/04/2025
Summary :
This ACF monitoring bulletin presents the progress of 56 micro-enterprises supported in Bassikounou, Mauritania, under a UNHCR-funded project. Despite a fragile economic context, some positive trends are observed: improved debt repayment (88%), increased use of personal savings, and emerging financial diversification. Agriculture, livestock, and general trade prove most profitable, while solar energy remains the most vulnerable sector. However, major challenges persist: reliance on humanitarian aid, limited access to formal financing, poor business structuring, rising input costs, and client indebtedness. ACF recommends reinforced support (training, management tools, formalization, access to credit) to ensure long-term sustainability. The strong involvement of women and the growing use of community-based solutions (tontines, AVECs) are encouraging signs of economic resilience and adaptation.
Keywords :
Agriculture, Economic Development, Gender, Natural ressources, Education, Development, Gold, Aid, Private sector, Funding
Organizations :
Action Against Hunger – Regional Office for West and Central Africa (ROWCA)
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• Journal article / Resilience,

  Herders’ Perception of Climate Change and Adaptation Strategies 10/04/2025

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  This study aims to understand the vulnerability of livestock farming in the urban commune of Filingué, Niger, to environmental changes. A total of 240...

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  Country : Niger

  Organizations : Revue d’élevage et de médecine vétérinaire des pays tropicaux
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Journal article / Resilience,
Herders’ Perception of Climate Change and Adaptation Strategies 10/04/2025
Summary :
This study aims to understand the vulnerability of livestock farming in the urban commune of Filingué, Niger, to environmental changes. A total of 240 household heads were surveyed across eight selected villages. Findings reveal that pastoralists perceive climate change through increased temperatures (24% of respondents), prolonged droughts (58%), and more frequent violent winds (18%). These factors negatively impact pastoral activities, making livestock farming highly vulnerable. Adaptation strategies include transhumance (25%), purchasing livestock feed (22%), destocking animals (15%), and forage storage (15%). During critical periods, 23% of pastoralists use a mixture of bran and millet glumes or cardboard to feed their livestock. These indigenous strategies require support to enhance their effectiveness.
Keywords :
Pastoralism, Climate change, Vulnerability
Organizations :
Revue d’élevage et de médecine vétérinaire des pays tropicaux
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