A small loan she received six years ago transformed the life of 29-year-old mother of two Bezina Abinet from Ethiopia.
Read MoreSmall loan gives family a new start
With small loans from her local savings and credits cooperative, Aster has created a successful business and has left her difficult past behind.
Read MoreHunger Falls and Incomes Grow in Africa Projects
Impact Report shows number of households eating three times daily has increased, as have household disposable incomes.
Read MoreCoping with Ethiopia’s climate challenge
15,000 farmers are being supported with a range of climate smart farming methods in Ethiopia’s Southern Nations province.
Read MoreMother earns a better income from improved livestock
In Ethiopia, amid food shortages, a mother provides for her family thanks to the sale of improved breeds.
Read MoreTeenager benefits from family’s improved fortunes
An Ethiopian teenager has remained in school to continue her education, as her family can now afford the costs of education.
Read MoreSeed the key to coping with Ethiopia’s climate crisis
Seed producers in Ethiopia will play an important role in food production in the face of El Nino drought
Read MoreClimate deal is good news for Africa
Changes in weather patterns across sub-Saharan Africa is made it more pressing than ever that world leaders should reach a climate deal in Paris. Their accord is to be welcomed.
Read MoreAfrica on the climate frontline
Changes in weather patterns across sub-Saharan Africa is making it more pressing than ever that world leaders should reach a climate change deal in Paris.
Read MoreBarley farmers toast drinks partnership
Self Help Africa has signed an historic deal with Diageo that will see the brewing giant buying barley from rural poor farmers in Ethiopia.
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