A Nigerian Business Owner Moves from Sorrow to Success
During nationwide protests, Wilson's business was destroyed. But with determination, he worked with TechnoServe to restore his future.
Nigeria
3 Big Ways to Reduce Small Farm Emissions
Here are three of the most effective ways to reduce emissions at the small farm level, based on TechnoServe’s experience working with smallholder farmers around the world.
Knowledge Transfer: How Corporate Employees Can Help Build the Skills of Entrepreneurs Through Volunteerism
Two of TechnoServe's experts share lessons learned from a partnership with Citi Foundation and how employees can effectively meet the needs of development initiative participants.
Nigeria Food Processing Summit Highlights Progress in Fortification and Nutrition
Government and food industry leaders gathered to publicly renew their commitment to improving nutrition in Nigeria through better food fortification.
Prosper Cashew Launch Marks New Era for West Africa’s Cashew Sector
The major new project will spark economic growth through investment, job creation, and business support in West Africa's cashew industry
TechnoServe Partnership to Support Nigerian Farmers Wins Prominent Sustainability Award
The initiative with Nestlé Nigeria and IDH helped farmers connect to better supply chains and improve their incomes, contributing to better food security.
A New Tool for Business to Fight Malnutrition: Micronutrient Fortification Index Launches in Nigeria
Malnutrition is one of the world’s biggest development challenges. But food fortification can dramatically improve a population’s nutrition—if food processing companies have the right tools and knowledge. Last week, TechnoServe launched a new platform to help food processors track and improve fortification, marking important progress in fighting malnutrition in Nigeria and beyond.
How Boosting the Dairy Sector Improves Food Security in Nigeria
Across West Africa, food security is being challenged by armed struggles and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, which will create long-lasting challenges. Amaka Ikeaka, regional program manager for West Africa, writes about how dairy production and other long-term solutions can help address these challenges, particularly in Nigeria.
Women Cultivate Opportunities Through Agribusiness in Northern Nigeria
In northern Nigeria, gender norms often limit women’s abilities to control resources, including land and finance. A TechnoServe program is helping women rice farmers like Rahma Umar increase their incomes and opportunities through improved rice production.
In Nigeria, Women in Agribusiness are Growing Profits Through Peanut Processing
In northern Nigeria, access to markets, financial services, and relevant business training is crucial for women in agribusiness. Peanut processing offers women an opportunity to gain greater control of their resources, grow their income, and invest in their families and businesses.
