The Sustainable Production and Consumption of Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potatoes(OFSP) project was implemented with support from BMZ to improve food security andsupport private sector development.The project aimed to improve the economic and nutritional status of 12,000 children,3,000 women, and 2,200 youth through the adoption of OFSP technologies in Turkanaand Samburu counties.

The project aims at improving the economic and nutrition status of 12,000 children, 2,200 youth, and 3,000 women through the adoption of OFSP innovative growing and processing technologies in Turkana and Samburu counties

The Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ)

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• Samburu
• Turkana

By March 2025, the Regreening Africa Project is set to redefine the environmental and socio-economic landscape of Makueni and Kajiado counties.

In the face of accelerating climate change, the project envisions a future where women, youth, and children lead the charge in building resilience and adaptability. Through a series of impactful initiatives, the project will counter the impacts of climate change while empowering communities.

Key activities include:

• Establishing fruit tree nurseries: Women and youth will spearhead the creation of fruit tree nurseries as sustainable income-generating enterprises. The nurseries will produce fruit trees such as avocados, oranges, and mangoes, as well as agroforestry species like Moringa, contributing to reforestation and environmental conservation efforts.
• Youth empowerment through skills training: Youth will be trained to operate commercial fruit and agroforestry tree nurseries. These nurseries will supply seedlings to schools, individuals, and communities, enhancing reforestation and green spaces. The sales of these seedlings will provide a steady source of income for participating youth.
• Promoting food security and nutrition: Fruit and agroforestry trees will address household food security and nutrition gaps. Increased access to fruits and nutritious crops will contribute to the health and well-being of children and their families.
• Training and support for sustainability: Women and youth will receive ongoing training to sustain the nurseries and maximize their potential for supplemental income.
• Establishing learning centers: Learning centers will promote the replication and sustainability of the project across the region. These centers will help communities build resilience to climate vulnerabilities and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.