Africa
Supporting sub-Saharan Africa to build sustainable livelihoods and healthy, vibrant communities
With more than three decades of experience in Africa, we work across 12 countries to support communities as they shape their own future, build their capacity to recover from conflict, crisis and disaster, and ensure inclusive access to financial solutions, particularly for women, young people and other marginalized groups.Â
$788 million
total in trade deals facilitated by small and medium agribusinesses through our Agribusiness Investment for Market Stimulation programÂ
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