IREE - Mono

The transboundary Mono River Basin, shared between Togo and Benin, faces various pressures such as soil degradation, deforestation, and pollution. These actions harm terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, leading to decreased land productivity and increased risks of floods and droughts. Population growth and climate change exacerbate these pressures, affecting energy production, agriculture, fishing, livestock, and the local economy.

Effective management requires cross-border coordination, as actions in one part of the basin impact other areas. A coherent institutional framework, from local to regional levels, will facilitate coordination and inclusive development of the basin.

The main objective of the project is to ensure the sustainable development and ecological resilience of the Mono River Basin through strengthening governance and capacity for Integrated Water Resources Management (IWRM), participatory planning by communities, and enhanced cooperation between Benin and Togo.