Around the world, youth unemployment remains a pressing concern, with millions of young individuals unable to access the job market. The implications are profound, leading to increased poverty and economic instability.
MEDA has committed to reducing poverty in the Global South and has taken bold steps to address the root causes of poverty and marginalization. But what does it take to address poverty at scale and in a sustainable manner?
Step into the pages of history and witness the transformative power of entrepreneurial spirit as we mark ’70 Years of Investing in Entrepreneurs’ at this year’s MEDA Convention. This journey isn’t just a celebration of the past; it’s a bridge that connects our storied legacy to the path we’re blazing toward a future of lasting impact and change.
In 2021, SkyAcres was the People’s Choice winner at the annual MEDA Convention. The founder, Ishaan Kohli, joins us to share more about the journey of his company, what life has been like since winning the Pitch Competition, and exciting opportunities ahead!
Agriculture is always a risky business where to a large extent, the output is dependent on the whims of nature. And when you add the accelerating pace of climate change into the equation, the risks become more pronounced. In Senegal, agriculture employs more than half the population, and yet the country relies heavily on food imports to meet the needs of its growing population.
Reliable data is the foundation and engine of good programming as it leads to informed decisions and trustworthy results. In this blog, we will discuss the importance of data validation and how the GROW2 Project incorporates validation exercises to ensure effective development outcomes and reporting.
In Northern Ghana, microenterprises are prevalent in agrifood sub-sectors such as retail, production, aggregation, and processing. Despite the great economic value they bring, these microenterprises face many challenges. They often lack the capacity to engage in formal markets and financial services, primarily due to limited resources and barriers to entry.
The key takeaways from an in-person event, hosted by MEDA and IFAD, that shed light on the potential of impact investing to alleviate poverty and transform agricultural systems for the betterment of society.
A Conversation with Helal Ahsan-Ul-Haque, Senior Director, ESCA: “In the 38 years I’ve worked in this field, I have only one thing that I always remember in whatever work I do, which is that I want to see the smiles on the faces of our clients. That is my biggest motivation.”
Delving deeper into the topic of “knowledge is power: harnessing technology for greater gender equality.” Exploring the challenges that women face in accessing ICTs and the opportunities that these technologies provide for empowering women.
In 2022, MEDA decided to synthesize learnings and update the GEM Framework based on the feedback received from clients and the changing needs of the sector. The revised GEM Framework and its accompanying manual now include a comprehensive approach that encompasses not only gender equality but also diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Last month, MEDA hosted the first Agricultural Value Chains Fair in Senegal. From February 25th to 27th, 2023, it worked with the Biodiversity & CIAT Alliance and the Adaption et Valorisation Entrepreneueuriales en Irrigation (et Agriculture) Rurales (AVENIR) project’s implementing partners.
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