East Africa

This new white paper highlights the opportunity for small and medium-sized African food businesses to boost farmer livelihoods

In Rwanda, coffee is a primary export product, with nearly 22,000 metric tons of coffee exported each year from nearly 300 coffee washing stations (CWS) and more than 400,000 coffee farmers.

As the year draws to a close, many of us are reflecting on how we can make the most meaningful impact with our charitable giving. This time of year often inspires us to honor loved ones and support causes that are close to our hearts. Why…

Meet a young Ugandan farmer who received sustainable agriculture training that not only increased his yields but also inspired his community.

In Ethiopia’s remote coffee-growing regions, a remarkable transformation is underway. When TechnoServe began its coffee work here in 2011, only 4% of coffee farmers in its training programs were women—despite women performing crucial roles in coffee production. Through innovative training approaches and…

Burundi, nicknamed the heart of Africa, produces mainly Arabica coffee, which is known for its bright acidity, rich fruit notes, and well-balanced body. In 2022, the nation exported $31.1M of coffee, making this an important cash crop…

In northern Uganda, 35-year-old Joseph Kojo is championing peer learning and collaboration to improve agricultural productivity and community success.

Kenya’s growing waste crisis is detrimental to the environment and poses serious health risks for local communities. Learn how TechnoServe’s Smart Duka program is helping micro-retailers gain the knowledge and tools needed to improve their waste management practices.

Nuria Riechenberg, a TechnoServe Fellow in 2023, played a pivotal role in the LIWAY Program in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. There, she created an intervention to address a gap in the recycling value chain, creating sustainable recycling solutions and thousands of jobs. Discover how her experience as a TechnoServe Fellow has impacted her career.