CategoriesBlogsClimate change and variability are disrupting agricultural production and food security in Kenya. Unpredictable rainfall patterns and prolonged droughts reduce crop yields and increase post-harvest losses and crop failure. According to WFP (2023), post-harvest losses account for 40% of harvested crops, leading to financial losses of up to USD 500 million. These challenges and negative […]
CategoriesBlogsWe are thrilled to share insights from our recent participation in the CGIAR Gender Platform Conference, where we presented our abstract on the pivotal role of gender in building resilience. At the core of our work lies the mission to empower female smallholder farmers, equipping them to withstand climatic and financial shocks effectively. Our presentation […]
CategoriesBlogsAt Itanya Africa Group, we embarked on a mission to address the longstanding issue of dependence on rain-fed agriculture in Machakos County. Our journey has been a testament to the resilience and adaptability required in project management as we encountered obstacles and made crucial pivots along the way. Initially, our plan involved using excavators to […]
CategoriesBlogsIn the lush yet often unforgiving terrains of Wamunyu Location, Machakos County, a story unfolds — a story of resilience, silent strength, and of an unyielding bond with the land. Here, female small-holder farmers, with hands that have caressed the soil through seasons of abundance and scarcity alike, weave a narrative that is both inspiring […]
CategoriesBlogsIn the waning days of 2022, a conversation among a few passionate individuals about transforming the lives of smallholder farmers in lower eastern Kenya blossomed into the formidable force known today as Itanya Africa Group. The journey from an informal dialogue to the establishment of a non-profit organization in February 2023 has been nothing short […]
