New Blog from SCARIA Project: Understanding Rodent Infestations in Wolaita Sodo, Ethiopia

Enter the SCARIA project, which stands for Sustainable Community-bAsed mitigation of Rodent Issues in African cities. This initiative aims to develop a science-guided and community-driven strategy for Ecologically Based Rodent Management (EBRM) in four African cities: Wolaita Sodo in Ethiopia, Niamey in Niger, Cotonou in Benin, and Antananarivo in Madagascar.  

The project’s primary goal is to establish local working groups comprising academic experts, public health officials, and community representatives. In Ethiopia, the team from MetaMeta has already gained valuable experience in developing EBRM strategies in the rural context of Amhara. Their efforts have been recognized with the prestigious Olam food prize, highlighting their expertise and success in this field. By leveraging the knowledge and experience of local communities and experts, the SCARIA project aims to create sustainable solutions that improve public health and quality of life in African cities. In Ethiopia this involved the universities of Wolaita Sodo and the Swedish Agricultural University, MetaMeta Ethiopia, together with local actors, e.g. businesses, health officials, community representatives and other stakeholders.  

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