Bababe Area Program

Program Type

Community Development

Planned Life Cycle

2009 - 2023

Location

Mauritania

Areas of Focus

Health | Child Protection and Participation

Program Timeline

Status: Closing in 2023

275youth participated in life skills training through World Vision programs.

150children and youth participated in groups and clubs, gathering with peers to develop new skills and positive values.

30teachers, school committee members and government staff were trained to support children’s literacy.

The community of Bababe has graduated

In 2023, the community transitioned from sponsorship to self-sufficiency. Because of the dedication and partnership of sponsors like you, local people and organizations have been equipped to continue leading the community’s development – and that is something to celebrate!

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Program Details

With the help of your generous and loving support, life in Bababe has transformed. Children and families are much stronger now. The community has met its goals, they have graduated to self-sufficiency and World Vision is leaving the community to help another one. Your support will have a lasting impact for years to come.

Context

The Bababe community is located in southern Mauritania, along the edge of the Senegal River. Typical homes are made of mud bricks with a thatched roof.


When we partnered with families here, most people earned their living as farmers or pastoralists, but the food supply was unreliable because of recurring drought, disease, and a lack of training in efficient farming methods. Overgrazing and conflicts over land rights were common.


There weren't many good roads, which made it difficult for farmers to transport goods to market. The practice of prestige livestock production (using animals as a bartering tool in marriage or other life events instead of for milk or meat) was another concern. During the dry season, men left Bababe in search of work, often staying away for longer than just the dry season, reducing the number of labourers available and leaving the heavy work to the women left behind.

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Read more of Bababe’s achievements in the Results below.

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Results

Unless otherwise stated, data presented on this page reflects the most up-to-date results of World Vision Canada programs reported between October 2022 and September 2023, and any previous fiscal years available. Previously reported data may not match the current presentation as we continuously receive and refine data from our programs. If you have any questions, kindly reach out to us.