The project seeks to mitigate the negative impacts of climate change on agriculture that disproportionately impact the livelihoods of rural Kenyans. Juhudi Kilimos is a local micro-finance institution that seeks to refine its business model for climate-resilient products and services,…
The objective of this project is to mature the commercial distribution model of the SaWa (safe water) solar-purified, affordable, and climate-friendly drinking water solutions in Kenya. This is done while generating income for women and reducing risks of water-borne diseases…
Household organic waste makes up over 60% of municipal waste but is currently un-valued, un-collected, and a source of pollution. This project thus creates an urban waste collection system in Kakamega, Kenya, to feed 4,000 tonnes pa of household organic…
The objective of this project is to validate how the use of agri-waste can reduce CO2 emissions, while creating jobs, increasing incomes, and improving livelihoods for 3,750 nut farmers in Coastal Kenya. By using Danish pyrolysis solutions to produce biochar…
The project in Nakuru and Nyandarua counties of Kenya aims to develop a sustainable business model and financing solution for smallholder farmers, focusing on energy-efficient cold storage to reduce food and income loss from post-harvest spoilage. Danfoss contributes to this…
WaterStarters (WS) adopts an ecosystem approach to protect people, animals, and the environment from climate change impact by providing sustainable water solutions. The project delivers safe and clean water through an innovative financial model, enhancing economic growth and improving livelihoods…
The Fair Recycling Project, funded by Danida Market Development Partnerships (DMDP), has successfully established an inclusive and formalized plastic waste recycling ecosystem in Kenya. By integrating informal and marginalized waste collectors, including Kenyans and refugees, into a structured recycling value…
It is estimated that one-third of Kenya’s post-harvest seafood is lost before it can be sold and safely consumed with loss of income for small-scale fishers as a consequence. Two obstacles must be overcome to solve this problem: First, many…
Kenya is renowned for producing some of the world’s finest coffee, celebrated for its unique flavour profile and high quality. It is characterised by a bright wine-like acidity with complex notes of fruit, and powerful character. This creates well-balanced layers…
Tourism is one of the strongest drivers of world trade and prosperity and contributes to 10% of global GDP. Its capacity to generate jobs, increase exports, and adopt new technologies makes it an important pillar for economic growth. However, according to…
