From September 12 to 15, 2023, members of IFDC, SAA, ICRISAT, and KIT Royal Tropical Institute gathered for the ISSD Sahel project’s annual retreat at the Hôtel Salam in Bamako. 

The primary objective of this event was to facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing, aiming to establish a unified framework for coordinated action. The focus was on aligning and integrating implementation strategies and interventions for the project. SAA was represented by the country director, Dr. Hamado Tapsoba, M&E coordinator Abdoulaye Koureissi, and all SAA ISSD-Sahel staff based in Mali and Niger.

During the retreat, consortium members deliberated to clarify and ensure a shared understanding of roles and responsibilities. The outcome was the joint development of the work plan and budget for the year 2024. Beyond the professional aspects, the retreat provided an excellent opportunity for participants to foster team spirit, engage in reflection and learning, explore new perspectives, and enjoy social moments together. The overarching theme of “one team, one approach, one message” encapsulated the spirit of unity and collaboration that characterized the event. 
 

Retrieved from SAA E-newsletter December 2023 issue