Description: The commune of Pwêêdi Wiimîâ faced extensive coastal erosion driven by climate change and rising sea levels, posing a threat to local residences and recreational zones. To counteract this, an integrated initiative was implemented, employing Nature-based Solutions including mangrove planting, strengthening shoreline vegetation, and multiplying seagrass beds to restore the deteriorating coastline. This project engaged the community in environmental awareness programmes, fostering active participation. Over 2,000 plants were cultivated across two nurseries, with 100 successfully planted across a 1-hectare area. Approximately 50 community members actively participated in the awareness programmes, contributing significantly to local involvement in combating coastal erosion. The project’s collaborative efforts aimed to restore and stabilise the coastline, preserving habitats and safeguarding against further erosion caused by rising ocean levels.
Duration: 15 months
