Abdou Diouf, the Director General of the National Agency of Statistics and Demography (Ansd), has assured users of the improvement in access to land data and information, on Wednesday in Dakar.
Countries must provide this assurance, especially as land management is being increasingly challenged with the growth of the world population, he emphasized during a training workshop on land data in Senegal. According to Abdou Diouf, Senegal has implemented a program dedicated to the collection and use of land data, with the support of several international institutions including UN-Habitat and Giz, the German government agency for international cooperation.
The purpose of the Ansd workshop is to help beneficiaries better understand and interpret data related to land, he said. They will, according to the Director General of Ansd, focus on the legal aspects and gender dimension of the state’s land policy, as well as the collection and analysis of data.
“The overall objective of the workshop is to improve the living conditions of the population, national and foreign private investors, and also to help public authorities and their partners create jobs, especially for young people and women,” explained Florian Lang, an agent of Giz.
The workshop aims to enhance access to land data and information, which is essential for effective land management and policy-making. By providing training and support in understanding and interpreting land data, the workshop will contribute to the development and implementation of effective land policies that benefit the population, investors, and government authorities.
In addition to improving access to land data, the workshop also focuses on addressing legal and gender issues related to land policy. This comprehensive approach ensures that the policies developed are inclusive and consider the needs of all stakeholders, including women and youth.
Overall, Abdou Diouf’s announcement highlights the government’s commitment to enhancing access to land data and information, which is crucial for sustainable land management and development. By working with international partners and providing training opportunities, Senegal is taking proactive steps to ensure that land policies are effective and beneficial for all members of society.