As part of Activity 3123 of the ADSWAC project, the National Executing Entity (NEE) in Dirico is implementing actions aimed at establishing nurseries and seed banks to strengthen environmental resilience and food security in local communities.
At Producer Organization (PO) No. 4, located in Tune, a community nursery has been established with various fruit and medicinal plant species, namely lemon, passion fruit, and moringa. The initiative actively involved community members, who received hands-on training in nursery production and maintenance techniques, thus contributing to the sustainability of local agricultural practices.
In parallel, a training cycle targeting Producer Organizations has begun in the municipality of Dirico, covering topics such as agricultural storage systems and the selection of seeds suitable for the rainy season. The sessions used practical examples tailored to the local context, promoting the adoption of effective and locally adapted solutions.
In the municipality of Calai, the Producer Organization of Lupololo completed the development of its Community Adaptation Action Plan (CAAP), marking a decisive step in strengthening local resilience and implementing concrete measures to adapt to climate change.
Also in Calai, the 1st Meeting on the Community Adaptation Action Plan took place, during which the six essential steps for its development were presented. The main topics discussed included:
- Understanding climate change
- Analyzing the local context and identifying observed changes
- Diagnosing root causes and defining solutions for the main challenges
These actions are part of the ADSWAC Angola–Namibia project, which aims to empower border communities to face the challenges posed by climate change, promoting sustainable practices and integrating traditional knowledge with innovative approaches.
