Gagnoa, July 6, 2026 – The municipality of Ouragahio recently undertook a comprehensive evaluation of its women’s empowerment policy. This assessment, spearheaded by Mayor Dr. Pierre Dacoury-Tabley, coincided with a special tribute ceremony honoring the commune’s women, affectionately known as ‘Mother’s Day.’ Sub-Prefect Tié-Bi Assi Apo Josiane presided over the event, held on Saturday, July 4, 2026, within the town hall courtyard.

The initiatives under review encompassed various crucial areas. These included foundational literacy training, essential basic accounting skills for women entrepreneurs, dedicated mother-and-child health services, and the expansion of maternity wards and health centers across the communal territory. Mayor Dacoury-Tabley emphasized that the primary objective is to ensure mothers remain in good health, thereby enabling them to actively lead and participate in their own empowerment efforts on the ground.

In the realm of commerce, Dr. Dacoury-Tabley highlighted the commencement of construction for a new gastronomic hub, featuring multiple retail spaces. This facility, he explained, is designed to showcase the culinary talents and capabilities of Ouragahio’s women, ultimately empowering these mothers to generate sustainable income from their skills.

Furthermore, the municipality’s empowerment agenda extends to agricultural projects. Women working in the fields receive vital support through the provision of agricultural laborers and workers, easing their workload and boosting productivity.

Dr. Dacoury also detailed the establishment of school canteens in every educational institution within the commune. These canteens are provisioned directly by the diligent efforts of