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Hambela Wamena - Rural development

Project goals

Clean water, sufficient food, prospects on their farm: the basic needs of the smallholder families are met so that they can stay in their homes and do not have to migrate to the slums of the cities.

Projektkarte mit Ortsmarkierung "Hambela Wamena"

Project information

  • Target Group: Smallholder and day laborer families
  • Region: Hambela Wamena is a district in the Oromia region
  • Partner: Ethio Wetlands and Natural Resources Association (EWNRA)
  • Duration: Three-year project phase, 2024 - 2026

Measures

  • Drinking water: Construction of spring taps, repair of wells.
  • Food security: Promotion of agricultural production, for example through improved seeds.
  • Natural resources: Training helps to stop erosion.
  • The distribution of tree seedlings helps the water balance and microclimate.
  • Income: Small farmers get microcredits and agricultural inputs to produce market products.
  • Cooperatives: Formation and strengthening of savings groups and cooperatives.
  • These promote exchange between smallholders and provide access to agricultural materials and markets.
  • Health: Education and access to family planning ensure that women only have as many children as they want and can feed.

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

With the 2030 Agenda, the United Nations has formulated 17 goals for sustainable development. The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a roadmap for the future that will enable people to live in dignity while preserving the natural foundations of life. With this project, we are helping to achieve the following goals:

All sustainable development goals

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