The objective of this Technical Assignment (TA) is to develop a standardized methodology, based on a common regional language, to collect, manage, share, compare, and analyze data continuously. This methodology will support decision-making processes related to sustainable risk assessment, management, and the enhancement of resilience in the coastal regions of West Africa and Cameroon.
Specifically, the objectives of the project were to:
• Develop planning and communication documents.
• Update the national and WACOM coordination unit’s databases, incorporating the outcomes of the Coastal Hazard Wheel (CHW).
• Identify and promote adaptation options and technologies most suited to managing coastal risks.
• Contribute to the improvement of the CHW for future applications.
Under the Project, WE&B successfully developed/delivered the following services:
• Conducted a comprehensive collection, evaluation, and analysis of available national and regional data, integrating it into the CHW system. Specifically, WE&B was directly responsible for areas such as biodiversity and integrated coastal zone management measures, with support from WASCAL.
• Contributed to the report detailing the comprehensive evaluation and analysis of national and regional data, including the collection and inventory of available data, pre-processing, and preliminary analysis (shared by technical antennas).
• Assisted in organizing a regional training session for the focal points of national antennas, the regional coordination unit of MOLOA, and Cameroon’s Technical Counterpart, focused on the methodology and practical application of the CHW tool.
• Led the training of experts from the national antennas, the regional coordination unit of WACOM, Cameroon’s Technical Counterpart, and relevant researchers on data management within the CHW system for risk mapping and adaptation options.
• Made significant contributions to updating the classification and mapping of coastal risks and adaptation options (including Early Warning Systems), using the CHW and/or Google Earth web application.
• Contributed to identifying, evaluating, and formulating recommendations for technological options to sustainably manage the main coastal risks identified.
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