________________________ Africa Improved Foods
▲ Daniel Nyange
“ As an impact investor , our work rests in three of the UN ’ s Sustainable Development Goals ( SDGs ). In line with SDG 1 , to end poverty , we ’ re working with the Ministry of Health to reduce malnutrition rates , and in line with SDG 2 , to end hunger , we ’ re striving for food security and improved nutrition nationwide . Lastly , as a joint venture with the Government of Rwanda , DSM , FMO , and IFC , our organization is in line with SDG 17 , to strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development .”
With a dedicated mission at its core , AIF will continue to feed vulnerable populations across Africa , particularly with the expansion plans already underway . “ The first half of 2024 was impacted by current global macroeconomic challenges , which resulted in low demand for finished products ,”
Daniel explains . “ However , we effectively used this time to take care of our critical manufacturing assets , upskill staff , and engage with additional stakeholders to sharpen our systems . Beyond this year , our ambition is to grow AIF ’ s impact footprint
Rwanda is a center of excellence in manufacturing operations ... from feeding 1.5 million people currently , to more than ten million people .
“ We ’ ve also completed the conceptual , basic engineering , and the project execution plan for a project in Ethiopia in readiness for kick-off ,” he concludes . “ Rwanda is a center of excellence in manufacturing operations , and it would be great to see more African countries copying the model outlined by the Ministry of Health in Rwanda to feed vulnerable populations .” ■
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