Deal #1498

Project implementation took gender aspects into account by guaranteeing opportunities for women. Hence, of the 40 percent of the sugar-cane plantation (representing 5 562 ha) distributed to independent farmers, at least 20 percent will be reserved for women and youths as well as 50 percent of the 1 250 ha reserved for vegetable farming. In addition, at least 20 percent of the planned rice scheme will be allocated to women.Four multipurpose centres for women’s empowerment will also be built, to serve as forums for information sharing and training. At these centres, women will conduct income-generating activities.