Investing in Rural Resilience: Learnings from 25 Years of Impact
Root Capital’s Head of Advisory in Africa, Rose Ochieng (left) and Chief External Affairs Officer, Scott
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Peter Maina
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What Is an Engine of Impact?
As a writer at Root Capital, I often describe our clients as “engines of impact.” We
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Kevin Irungu
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The Sungbo Women Empowerment Organization: A Story of Determination and Growth in Rural Ghana
Portia Gban founded SWEO in 2018 to empower women in northern Ghana through farming and processing soybeans, maize, and shea butter. With Root Capital's support, SWEO now helps 1,200 farmers. Despite cultural resistance, SWEO improves livelihoods, promotes women's empowerment, and trains youth in income-generating activities.
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Peter Onguka
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Biodigesters: Turning Waste Into Clean Energy in East Africa
Root Capital clients in Kenya are piloting biodigesters, turning organic waste into biogas and biofertilizer. This initiative enhances rural livelihoods by providing clean cooking energy, reducing costs, and promoting environmental sustainability.
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Timothy Ngige
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Talent Partnership Spotlight: Bilha Wanjira Kirera
Meet Bilha Wanjira Kirera, a University of Embu graduate, and former Root Capital Talent Partner. Read the story of how she enhanced sustainable farming practices in Embu, Kenya, securing a full-time role at Limbua Group Limited and inspiring local youth towards agricultural careers.
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Announcing Our 2023 Climate Resilience Roadmap Annual Report
Read our 2023 Climate Resilience Roadmap Annual report to learn more about key activities and accomplishments from the past year.
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