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Spatial Analysis of Ecological Risks for WACA Projects along the Mauritania Coast

Author: WACA Mauritania program

This publication presents an ecological spatial analysis of two World Bank–supported WACA sub-projects in Mauritania: the Nouadhibou Boat Parking Development and the Nouakchott Dune Rehabilitation Project. It assesses potential biodiversity impacts and critical habitats in coastal zones of global ecological importance, with a strong focus on migratory birds and sea turtles. The report finds limited risks to natural habitats, outlines targeted mitigation measures, and proposes practical net-gain actions to strengthen coastal resilience and biodiversity conservation.

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Spatial Analysis of Ecological Risks associated with coastal stabilization and management works of the Mono River Mouth ‘‘Bouche du Roy’’ in Benin

Author: WACA ResIP-Benin

Benin’s coastline is eroding at some of the highest rates in the world, putting ecosystems, livelihoods, and infrastructure at risk. This publication examines a proposed WACA ResIP sub-project at the Bouche du Roy, designed to reduce flooding and control erosion through engineered and nature-based solutions. It focuses on strengthening the project’s Environmental and Social Impact Assessment to better align with World Bank biodiversity standards and protect critical natural habitats.

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Mauritania plastic country brief

Author: World Bank

Mauritania is a lower-middle-income country in West Africa bordered by Western Sahara/Morocco, Algeria, Mali, and Senegal. Its economy is dominated by agricultural production and extractive industries such as oil, gold, and copper.The country comprises 15 administrative regions and runs a presidential republic system of government.

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Benin plastic country brief

Author: World Bank

Benin is a lower-middle-income country in West Africa bordered by Burkina Faso, Niger, Nigeria, and Togo. Its economy is highly dependent on the informal reexport and transit trade with Nigeria, as well as the export of cotton. The country comprises 12 regional departements and runs a unitary presidential republic system with a parliament.

Multi-Sectoral Investment Plan for Mauritanian

Author: Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development Mauritania

This investment plan was designed for a five-year period from 2018 to 2022. The drafting was undertaken in connection with the updating of the master development plan for the Mauritanian Coast. It was established through an extended consultation with the various sectors concerned in Mauritania.
 

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Multisectoral Investment Plan Benin

Author: Antea Group

The overall objective of the West African Coastal Management Program is to reduce coastal risks to the coasts of Mauritania, Ghana, Côte d'Ivoire, Togo and Benin, taking into account the potential effects of climate change.

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Assesment 2016 West Africa Coastal Areas Benin

Author: The West African Monetary and Economic Union (UEMOA)

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Assesment 2016 West Africa Coastal Areas Mauritania

Author: The West African Monetary and Economic Union (UEMOA)

Mauritania has a master plan for the management of its coastline which has been in the implementation phase since 2016