Djibouti Launches $57.4 Million Youth Entrepreneurship Project to Combat Climate Change

By Dawan Africa - Reporter

Djibouti(Mogadishu24)-The Ministry of Agriculture, Water, Fisheries, Livestock, and Marine Resources, in collaboration with the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), officially launched the Youth Entrepreneurship for Climate Adaptation Project (PEJACC) on Sunday.

The launch ceremony, attended by Minister of Agriculture Mohamed Ahmed Awaleh, Minister of Economy and Finance Ilyas Moussa Dawaleh, AfDB delegation head Pascal Sanginga, and Secretary-General of Agriculture Ibrahim Elmi Mohamed, marked a significant milestone in Djibouti’s efforts to address climate challenges while fostering agricultural innovation.

Key Highlights of PEJACC:

PEJACC aims to enhance horticultural and goat production systems, promote climate-resilient agribusiness, and establish robust management and coordination frameworks to ensure long-term sustainability.

Speaking at the event, Minister Awaleh emphasized the strategic importance of PEJACC in transforming Djibouti’s agricultural landscape. Minister Dawaleh praised the partnership as a critical step toward economic resilience, while AfDB’s Sanginga commended Djibouti’s commitment to tackling climate and economic challenges.

With its ambitious goals and collaborative approach, PEJACC is poised to drive modern, inclusive, and resilient agricultural practices, strengthening Djibouti’s food security and economic independence.