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Strengthening Agribusiness in the DRC: The GRECOM-RDC Initiative

Moctar Reginald Ba and Déborah Nzarubara

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is at a pivotal moment in its agricultural history, as innovative initiatives begin to reshape and empower its agribusiness sector. Among these transformative efforts, the GRECOM-RDC (Green Community Mind) initiative stands out as a remarkable example, illustrating the extraordinary potential of sustainable agriculture in the region. Driven by a passion for ecological balance and economic growth, this initiative has ushered in a new era for DRC's agricultural practices. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and sustainable methodologies, GRECOM-RDC

Interview with Christian Mugisho, Chief Executive of Kivu Kuku Poultry Farm

Introducing the innovative concept of a "chicken bank"! Kivu Kuku is revolutionizing the poultry value chain through local production, solar-powered cold rooms, and organic waste recycling for biogas production. Don't miss the interview to uncover the remarkable journey of Kivu Kuku Poultry Farm, recognized with the 2nd Place at the DRC Agribusiness Challenge, held during the DRC Agribusiness Forum in Kinshasa. Discover more: https://kivukuku.com/

DRC Agribusiness Innovation Challenge Full Recap

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Kinshasa, DRC, October 5, 2023 – The DRC Agribusiness Innovation Challenge recognized businesses dedicated to digital technology and circular agriculture as winners in a startup competition organized by the International Finance Corporation (IFC)-led climate insurance program, Global Index Insurance Facility (GIIF). The competition aims to bolster agri-small businesses, support smallholder farmers, and promote the development of climate-smart agriculture in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The three triumphant companies emerged from a shortlist of 10 businesses that presented their

VIDEO: DRC Agribusiness Innovation Challenge Grand Jury Session in Kinshasa OCT 2023

The Global Index Insurance Facility (GIIF) was thrilled to announce the successful launch of the DRC Agribusiness Challenge earlier this month, marking a significant step forward in advancing the agri-food landscape in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The mission was clear: to strengthen the Congolese agro-industrial ecosystem and empower SMEs and smallholder farmers, thereby enhancing their productivity and profitability. We invite you to watch a brief overview of the presentations by the finalists during the DRC Agribusiness Innovation Challenge as they introduced their

GIIF en RDC

Bienvenue à Kinshasa ! Le Défi de l'Innovation en Agro-industrie de la RDC est une initiative dédiée à la reconnaissance et au soutien des individus innovants qui façonnent le paysage agroalimentaire en République démocratique du Congo (RDC). La mission est on ne peut plus claire : renforcer l'écosystème agro-industriel congolais et autonomiser les PME et les petits exploitants agricoles, améliorant ainsi leur productivité et leur rentabilité. Après avoir examiné toutes les candidatures, 10 finalistes seront soigneusement sélectionnés et auront l'opportunité de présenter leurs innovations à un

DRC Agribusiness Innovation Challenge: Kinshasa, DRC

Oct

GIIF is thrilled to announce the successful conclusion of the DRC Agribusiness Innovation Challenge. This initiative was dedicated to recognizing and supporting innovative individuals who are shaping the agri-food landscape in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The mission was crystal clear: to strengthen the Congolese agro-industrial ecosystem and empower SMEs and smallholder farmers, thereby enhancing their productivity and profitability. After thorough evaluation, we selected 10 finalists who had the opportunity to present their innovations to a distinguished Grand Jury during the DRC

Insuring Africa for shared prosperity

Feb

During 20 – 24 February 2023, the Federation of African National Insurance Companies (known as FANAF, by its French acronym) organized its 47th General Assembly in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo. Themed: "African insurance: how to maximize its potential for shared prosperity," the event convened nearly 1,000 delegates. Four sub-themes were elaborated on by industry experts through four interactive panel discussions. These were: • Panel 1: The factors blocking microinsurance: what prospects for its development?• Panel 2: Compulsory insurance in FANAF countries• Panel 3: How to integrate

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