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The region of Tadjourah “the White”, so appreciated by the Djiboutians, has also suffered the consequences of the war. The main industrial unit, namely the mineral water production plant, was completely destroyed.
In 2002, 409 agricultural firms were cultivating an area of 50 hectares, on a fenced cultivable area of 65 hectares. The fruits and vegetables products are : dated mangos, oranges, peppers, onions, tomatoes, melons, guavas and lemons. The development of the agriculture, thanks to the “Water of Day” Project, is financed by the Djiboutian Government.
The relaunching of the local small scale industry, which has already proved its worthiness with the support of the Tadjourah Women Association, will also represent income sources for many families.
In addition thereto, the multiplication of the “traditional fishing” projects started during the six year plan 1999 – 2005 should be reinforced and likewise as with the support given to breeders. The electric interconnection with Yemen will undoubtedly contribute to the take off of industrial and commercial projects, let alone supplying with electricity many localities of the interior. This promising project and the willingness of the local authorities to establish a fruitful partnership with the private sector, should bring a new push to the social and economic development of this region.
In order to be more open to the rest of the country, the local authorities have to accomplish the following mission :
Developing the maritime links with the capital, its northern neighbour Obock, and the neighbouring ports.
Maintaining and expanding the land links (Unity Road, Tadjourah – Obock Road and secondary tracks).
Promoting a large part of the region, which presents a sure touristic interest, by the development of tourism through the rehabilitation and maintenance of secondary routes, the proper use of beaches, the construction of touristic villages with affordable night rates, something that will create real economic opportunities.
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