HO-503001 Chad, Déné Ass: Women Can

About this project

Since 2016, Oxfam and its partners have been working to improve land access for vulnerable groups, especially women and youth, in regions such as Moyen-Chari, Mandoul, and Logone Oriental. They have helped allocate over 10,000 hectares of land to local cooperatives, empowering women and youth in the process. However, agricultural growth in these areas remains constrained by a lack of investment, outdated farming practices, and limited access to seeds and resources. While progress has been made, major issues such as land insecurity, inadequate infrastructure, and underdeveloped farming systems continue to hinder sustainable development and economic empowerment in Chad, particularly for women. This new project aims to maximize the potential of this land by empowering 15 women and youth cooperatives, strengthening their leadership skills, and promoting economic independence. The goal is to enhance the economic power of these groups through the development of their entrepreneurship and advocacy capacities,as well as the local value chains forsesame, peanuts, and rice. Additionally, the project will focus on improving the production and commercialization of certified cereal and pulse seeds tailored to the specific needs of these regions. It will also support women and youth cooperatives in advancing the processing and marketing of agricultural products. 1. Sustainable Seed Production In the three regions, farmers often struggle to access high-quality, certified seeds, which are e…

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Oxfam Novib · International NGO

Countries

Chad

Sectors

Agricultural policy and administrative management

Published by Oxfam Novib to the International Aid Transparency Initiative (IATI), last updated 12 Oct 2026 and imported automatically. IATI identifier: NL-KVK-27108436-A-07634-02:TD.

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