Cameroon : some news of the SBA COOP

We presented them to you at the end of 2016, here they are again, our mothers from the SBA Co-op who gathered for a reunion during Odile’s last trip.

Today, 1 year after it was created, there have been 2 bean harvests and 1 corn harvest. Our agricultural cooperation, which brings together 11 mothers whose children are enrolled at the L’Eau Claire centre in Banganté, has given some very promising results for a first year.  Although there was not enough fertilizer for some and termite damage to others, 73% of our goals were realized.

With this experience from the first year, we will continue in 2018 with 12 mothers. Each mother will benefit from 20,000 FCFA for seeds, fertilisers, and adequate tools for cultivation. There is no doubt that our objectives will be achieved once again.

This is an excellent project, which will continue to give great results!

During Odile’s visit in June, the SBA Coop met to set the 2018/2019 targets. Cameroon is currently experiencing a severe drought which is damaging crops despite all the efforts made by the mothers who are working so hard. We anticipate being left with very challenging times after the heavy floods which are forecast. We will keep you informed, and we keep our fingers crossed that the damage will be limited. Please note that currently, thanks to the SBA COOP, two square meals are served to 100 children every week.