In Kenya, access to land, water, seed and fertiliser are just some of the obstacles faced by farmers in their efforts to grow food. A recently concluded year-long pilot project in Isiolo County introduced 80 farmers to an innovative farm science that is supporting them to grow vegetables commercially for … Read More
Read MoreCrop Insurance Protects Families from Climate Impact
More than 47,000 Ethiopian farming families took out insurance to protect them from potential crop failure caused by climate change. The insurance cover paid out a total of 35 million Ethiopian Birr (approx. €250k) in compensation to farmers affected by drought and other adverse weather events, data from the project … Read More
Read MoreClose to 200,000 farm families benefit from Kenya project
Almost 200,000 small-scale farmers are generating vital household income, thanks to a Kenyan agri-business investment support project run by Self Help Africa. Country Director Peter Okoth said this month that the AgriFI Challenge Fund had reached 192,000 farmers in six years. In total, 30 Kenyan producers, processors and service businesses … Read More
Read MoreCatch up on Self Help Africa’s International Women’s Day Webinar 2025
Four young African women entrepreneurs and campaigners shared their inspiring stories of innovation and activism, as Self Help Africa hosted its fifth annual webinar to mark International Women’s Day, this week. This year’s United Nations International Women’s Day Theme is: For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment. On Thursday, … Read More
Read MoreSupporting small-scale farmers more important than ever
As we enter a new year, it’s fair to say we’re entering a period of uncertainty around the world. However, there appears to be one constant: hundreds of millions hungry in a world of plenty.
Read MoreWorking Together for Sustainable Resource Management in Kigezi, Uganda
The ‘’Building Landscape for Resilient Livelihoods” project funded by Irish Aid works to transform sustainable natural resource management.
Read MoreReviving Livestock Care in Napak, Uganda
A Self Help Africa programme has revitalised livestock care in Napak, Uganda – training new Community Animal Health Workers.
Read MoreE-Voucher System Boosts Food Security for Refugee Farmers in Uganda
A new E-vouchers system is making a significant impact on self-reliance and food security for refugee farmers in Uganda’s Adjumani district.
Read MoreProject will Support Hundreds of New Green Businesses in Zambia
A project that will support hundreds of new green start-up businesses and create thousands of jobs is set to be launched, in Zambia, this month.
Read MoreEmpowering Rural Women Entrepreneurs To Drive Change
Our Rural Women Entrepreneurs (RWE) pilot, funded by GIZ and active in Nigeria, Kenya, and Malawi, enhances digital capabilities, health literacy, and economic independence through the establishment of Women’s Business Centres (WBCs).
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