28 countries, one common vision:
«Promote the harmonious development of the
crafts sector across the African continent to boost its
contribution to the economic development of these countries »
Mr. Mamou DAFFE
Minister in Charge of Handicrafts of the Republic of Mali, Current Chair of the ODEPA Conference of Ministers
A Message from the Secretary-General
Mr. Fidèle ILBOUDO
Secretary General of ODEPA
In Africa, handicrafts are now emerging as a source of job creation, income, and wealth. Consequently, they constitute an important vector for the socio-economic development of African states.
African handicrafts are undeniably rich and astonishingly varied in both forms and techniques.
Area s of Intervention
This focus area aims to improve technical, managerial, and entrepreneurial skills through:
This initiative aims to increase the visibility and market opportunities for artisanal products through:
Member s Countries
Algeria
South Africa
Benin
Burkina Faso
Burundi
Cameroon
Central African Republic
Congo
Côte d'Ivoire
Democratic Republic of Congo
Gabon
Ghana
Guinea
Guinée-Bissau
Mauritius
Liberia
Libya
Mali
Madagascar
Morocco
Mauritania
Niger
Senegal
Sudan
Chad
Togo
Tunisia
Zimbabwe
OBSERVER COUNTRIES
Cape Verde
Egypt
Namibia
Nigeria
Rwanda
OUR INSTITUTIONAL PARTNERS
