As part of the promotion of sustainable development and environmental preservation, the ECOWAS Resident Representation in Senegal is providing support to the Economic Interest Group (EIG) “Les Éco Gardes de Khor” for the implementation of a project to develop a green space and enhance the mangrove in Saint-Louis, on May 13, 2026.
This project aims to transform a former public landfill into a landscaped space for meeting, raising awareness, and environmental education. It also includes the construction of a landing stage to facilitate ecotourism excursions to explore the mangrove.
This initiative is part of a dynamic to promote ecological practices and combat the effects of climate change, in accordance with ECOWAS priorities in environmental resilience and sustainable development.
The project targets a diverse population consisting of local residents, schoolchildren, students, professionals and tourists, offering discovery and learning activities around this essential ecosystem.
Beyond its environmental impact, this initiative also presents an opportunity to create income-generating activities, particularly benefiting local youth and women. It thus contributes to economic empowerment and strengthens social cohesion.
Through this support, the ECOWAS Resident Representation in Senegal reaffirms its commitment to sustainable land-use planning, ecosystem preservation and community empowerment, in line with its priorities for human capital development and climate resilience.
Through this action, ECOWAS confirms its commitment to supporting innovative local initiatives that reconcile environmental protection with the sustainable improvement of living conditions for the population.
