International Development Grant

Canada's contribution to the Sahel Alliance

Project Number: CA-3-P011437002

Status: Operational

Country/Region:

Mauritania 20.00%
Mali 20.00%
Niger 20.00%
Burkina Faso 20.00%
Chad 20.00%

Maximum Contribution: $450,000.00

Start Date: December 07, 2022

End Date: April 01, 2026

Duration: 3.3 years

Project Description

This project aims to improve the quality of life for women men girls and boys in the Sahel region by strengthening the capacities of the Alliance Sahel’s coordination unit. Canada’s support aims to optimize coordination among the donors and development actors who are members of the Alliance Sahel. The project activities include: (1) organizing the governance bodies of the Alliance Sahel; (2) maintaining and developing relationships between full members and observer members; (3) producing relevant reports and data to monitor and evaluate the activities of members; (4) supporting the coordination of actions and the development of strategic partnerships on the ground; and (5) creating and disseminating content for the public to highlight the impact of projects and key themes of the Alliance Sahel.

Expected Results

The expected outcomes of this project include: (1) improved structural and operational functioning of the Alliance Sahel; and (2) greater efficiency of development contributions from members of the Alliance Sahel.

Key Information

Executing Agency:
GIZ - German Society for International Cooperation

Reporting Organization:
Global Affairs Canada

Program:
WGM Africa

Last Modified:
September 19, 2025

Development Classifications

DAC Sector:

Multisector aid 100%

Aid Type: Contributions to specific-purpose programmes and funds managed by implementing partners

Collaboration: Bilateral

Finance Type: Aid grant excluding debt reorganisation

Selection Mechanism:
Institutional Support

Policy Markers
Level 1 Gender equality
Level 1 Participatory development and good governance
Budget Breakdown
2022-04-01 to 2023-03-31 $450,000 CAD
Geographic Information
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