Tag: agriculture

Ghana Independence Day 2025: celebrating the country’s legacy in Africa

Let’s celebrate the rich and powerful story of Ghana’s independence on March 6 by discovering the rich history of the first Sub-Saharan African country to become independent from colonial rule. When Ghana gained its independence in 1957 it inspired a wave of independence movements across the continent, and by 1960 there were already 17 African… Continue reading Ghana Independence Day 2025: celebrating the country’s legacy in Africa

Celebrating Ghana National Farmers’ Day: Honouring the Backbone of the Nation

Every year, on the first Friday of December, Ghana comes alive with vibrant celebrations to honour its farmers and fishers. National Farmers’ Day is a significant event that recognises the invaluable contributions of these hardworking individuals to the nation’s economy and food security. A brief history National Farmers’ Day was instituted in 1985 by the… Continue reading Celebrating Ghana National Farmers’ Day: Honouring the Backbone of the Nation

Celebrating World Food Day 2024: Right to Foods for a Better Life and Future

Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future

Every year on 16th October, the world unites to celebrate World Food Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about global hunger and promoting actions to ensure food security and nutritious diets for all. This year, the theme is “Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future”, emphasising the importance of diversity,… Continue reading Celebrating World Food Day 2024: Right to Foods for a Better Life and Future

International Day of Rural Women 2024: The Hidden Force Sustaining Our Planet

International Day of Rural Women 2024: Honouring the Backbone of Agriculture

Every year on October 15th, we celebrate the International Day of Rural Women, which was established by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly. This day highlights the important role rural women play in food production, environmental care, and climate action. That’s why this year, the theme is to celebrate how rural women are the backbone… Continue reading International Day of Rural Women 2024: The Hidden Force Sustaining Our Planet

Celebrating Nane Nane – Tanzania Farmers Day 2024

Every year on August 8th, Tanzania comes alive with vibrant celebrations to honour the hardworking farmers who are the backbone of our nation. Known as Nane Nane (which means “eight eight” in Swahili), this day is dedicated to recognising the immense contributions of farmers to our economy and society1. The significance of Nane Nane Agriculture… Continue reading Celebrating Nane Nane – Tanzania Farmers Day 2024

Call For Applications: She Sustains Accelerator

Clean Technology Hub (Clean Tech Hub) announces the launch of the SheSustains Accelerator for women-owned businesses across Nigeria. The SheSustains project is an entrepreneurship acceleration program designed to support women-led and women-benefiting climate solutions in global emerging markets. The project is supported by 2X Global Fund. The challenge The challenge of the accelerator programme focuses… Continue reading Call For Applications: She Sustains Accelerator

Moringa initiative: sustainable agriculture/value-chain development programme in Ghana

The Community Revolution moringa initiative has been developed in partnership with The Ghana Permaculture Institute, a sustainable agriculture focused, community based organisation based in Ghana. Project overview The programme aims to address the challenges facing rural communities (smallholder farmers, youths, women ) using the following interventions: Project outcomes To find out more reach out to… Continue reading Moringa initiative: sustainable agriculture/value-chain development programme in Ghana

Agronomist volunteer role

About the role Are you an Agronomist looking for an exciting volunteer opportunity to make a difference? We are currently seeking a passionate and hands-on individual to join the agriculture team of our social enterprise. Our organisation focuses on providing services to rural communities and SMEs, with a particular emphasis on supporting Black ethnic minorities,… Continue reading Agronomist volunteer role