Explore what defines extreme poverty today and the practical, market-led solutions that help families break the cycle. From addressing women's economic empowerment to building climate resilience, learn how strategic shifts in local markets create lasting economic growth and better futures.
Private equity investor Joe Manning has volunteered twice as a TechnoServe Fellow—first helping Tanzanian coffee farmers in 2010, then returning 15 years later with his family to support Kenyan entrepreneurs. His hands-on experience has made him a passionate advocate for TechnoServe's business-focused approach to fighting poverty.
They've proved that a profitable business can go hand in hand with social impact. Hear three entrepreneurs share in their own words how they built their businesses and why they are hopeful for the future.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, an entrepreneur's business in Nigeria was destroyed. Here's how he revived his dream and found success.
A new mother in Benin began making reusable diapers and menstrual pads after having her son. She quickly realized there was an opportunity to help other women by creating sustainable menstrual products – and empowering the next generation.
During nationwide protests, Wilson's business was destroyed. But with determination, he worked with TechnoServe to restore his future.
Government and food industry leaders gathered to publicly renew their commitment to improving nutrition in Nigeria through better food fortification.
The major new project will spark economic growth through investment, job creation, and business support in West Africa's cashew industry
Ruth Nabatanzi couldn’t afford to stay in school, and struggled to make ends meet. After a TechnoServe training, she launched a career as a welder, an unusual occupation for women in her country. Now she is earning significantly more income – and breaking gender stereotypes.
After separating from her husband, Albertina Chirindza turned to an innovative digital savings product to help her children get ahead. It’s helped her to diversify her business, buy land, and send her daughter to college.
