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.

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.

Documentation relating to the WACA project, mainly on environmental safeguard issues.

Document relating to the WACA project, mainly on environmental safeguard issues.

Document relating to the WACA project, mainly on environmental safeguard issues.

Ce rapport a été préparé par la Banque Mondiale dans le cadre du Programme de gestion du littoral ouest-africain (WACA), qui couvre 17 pays côtiers et insulaires de l’Afrique de l’Ouest et du Centre.

The objective of the current study is to estimate the total economic value (TEV) of current mangrove areas in Ghana and Guinea-Conakry by considering the whole range of benefits they provide, and to use those estimated values in economic cost‑benefit analyses.

This report describes how setting up an eco-organisation in Senegal, as stipulated in the 2020 law on plastic products, would make it possible to achieve significant results in the fight against pollution from plastic bottles.

The objective of this study was to assist understanding of the nexus between mangrove cultivation and restoration, and women in coastal Ghana by covering two broad areas; women’s use of mangroves and women’s role in conservation and restoration of mangroves.

The objective of the current study is to gain a better understanding of the relationship between women and mangroves and understand the role of women in the use and rehabilitation of mangroves in the Republic of Guinea.