Period : February-March 2018
Country : Angola
Sponsor : AFD
Experts : Jean PAYEN
Main thematic and practical skills :
Resources management and agroecology
Assessment and studies
Objectives and context
As part of the resumption of its activities in Angola, AFD initiated, in partnership with the World Bank, a process of project appraisal to support the development of commercial agriculture in 3 provinces of the country. The aim is to increase production and productivity, as well as to facilitate access to market for agricultural micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). To continue the appraisal of the irrigation aspect of this project, AFD requested TERO to carry out a pre-feasibility study focused on irrigation issues.
Services provided
Conduct a comprehensive review of the National Irrigation Plan
Support AFD during its appraisal mission, particularly on aspects related to irrigation, water resources management, and institutional capacities
Contribute to the drafting of the checklist for the identification of the project, for the technical and institutional elements