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🌍 Market Systems/Inclusive Markets: The Key to a Sustainable Future 🌱 In today's world, inclusive markets are not just an option—they're a necessity for a thriving, equitable future! 💡 Here's why: 🔗 Inclusive Markets Connect People They empower rural communities, marginalized groups, and small businesses by breaking barriers and opening doors to opportunities. 🌾👩🌾 💸 Access to Finance & Resources With inclusive market systems, farmers, women, and entrepreneurs gain access to microloans, insurance, and digital tools that fuel growth. 📱💰 💼 Sustainable Business Growth By integrating with value chains and leveraging local resources, businesses can scale sustainably—benefiting both people and the planet. 🌿🔋 🤝 Partnerships that Drive Change Public-private partnerships, global collaborations, and innovative technologies foster stronger economies and resilient communities. 💡🌍 Join the movement for inclusive markets—the solution for a more sustainable and effective present and future! 🚀✨ #InclusiveMarkets #SustainableGrowth #MarketSystems #EmpowerCommunities #FutureOfBusiness #SDGs #Ambilightup

✨ What an incredible experience! ✨ It was a privilege for Ambi Light Up to be part of the Business Fights Poverty Summit, held simultaneously in Nairobi and New York City, in partnership with Standard Chartered. 🌍✨ We had the chance to engage with inspiring individuals from across the globe who shared their insights, knowledge, and wisdom on how we can reduce poverty through business. 💡💬 The conversations, ideas, and innovations around being Future makers were truly eye-opening. At Ambi Light Up, we’re committed to this mission by blending the Market System Development (MSD) model with business development skills to fight poverty through sustainable, community-driven entrepreneurship. A big thank you to the host, Business Fights Poverty, to Standard Chartered Bank, to all the brilliant speakers, and to the individuals and organizations who were represented. It was a pleasure meeting and networking with each and every one of you! Together, we are the future of poverty reduction through business. 🚀💼 #BusinessForGood #FutureMakers #FightPoverty #AmbiLightUp #BusinessFightsPoverty #StandardChartered

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Women in sports, particularly in women's football, still face significant constraints in showcasing their skills, whether directly related to playing on the field or managing the sport. Expanding the opportunities for these women to transfer their 'sports-centric' skills to the private sector can serve as a powerful channel to help narrow the gender leadership gap. We are delighted to welcome Joyce Kibet as a speaker at the Africa Football Business Summit 2024. Joyce is a Regional Advisor and Consultant specializing in Gender Economics, Gender Governance, and partnerships between Non-profit and For-profit sectors. With over ten years of experience, she fosters innovative collaborations between the Global South and the Global North, emphasizing gender perspectives for impactful outcomes. As the Founding Director of Business Advantage in Nairobi, Kenya, Joyce supports African women in developing resilient business strategies that integrate social impact. She has collaborated with organizations such as the United Nations Great Lakes Region and held leadership roles, including National Chair of the @ICGLR-RWF Kenya Chapter and Business Development Advisor for the East Africa Chamber of Commerce. Joyce is also a member of the International Trade Centre Women in International Trade Council, an Honorary Ambassador and Thought Leader with the International Women's Think Tank (USA), and has been recognized with the Executive Leadership Impact Award from the Integrity International Trade & Business Network (USA). She holds a Bachelor of Science in International Business Administration from the United States International University - Africa and several professional development certificates, including Women in Ceasefire Negotiations, Reading and Interpreting International Trade Agreements—The Case of #AfCFTA, and Negotiating Social Impact Investment. Joyce promotes innovative partnership strategies, co-creation, multi-stakeholder knowledge sharing, and gender-inclusive strategies for authentic global impact. Welcome, Joyce! #AFBSummit #AFBS2024 #WomenInSports #TransformingOurGame 👉 Secure your spot today and be part of the future of African football! https://lnkd.in/dk57HVEN

🌾 Transforming Rural Development: A Path to Sustainable Progress 🌍 Empowering rural communities is key to achieving sustainable development. By investing in education, infrastructure, and innovative agricultural practices, we can create lasting change that uplifts entire regions. Let’s work together to build resilient rural economies and ensure a brighter future for all! 🌱💡 #RuralDevelopment #Sustainability #EmpowerCommunities #Agriculture #Progress

Silk Production in #Zambia 🇿🇲 About 100Kms West of #Zambia’s Capital #Lusaka. Is a farm with a 250 Hectare stretch of Mulberry Trees. Mulberry Fruits aren’t the core business at the farm. #Silk is. Thousands of worms feed on the Mulberry Tree Leaves before turning into Silk Cocoons. The farm, once a piece of Virgin Land, has been turned into a profitable Silk Producing Farm. #Silk originated in #China nearly 5000 years ago. The Farm owner has a vision to get Small-scale growers together to form a #Cooperative. He is currently using his farm as a training facility with a vision of exporting #Zambian silk all over the world. Silk from the farm is being used to make Silk #Duvets. #Jam from the fruits, and Green Tea from the leaves, are also other Value Added products that can be made from Mulberry Trees. The Zambia Investment Agency is promoting Silk Production to #diversify exports. Source: CGTN

 Navigating Growth: A Blueprint for Small Businesses to Scale Successfully Scaling a small business is an exciting yet challenging journey. With the right strategies, from building strong foundations to leveraging technology and fostering innovation, small businesses can unlock new levels of success. Let's dive into the essential steps for scaling up with confidence and resilience!    #SmallBusinessGrowth #ScalingUp #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSuccess #innovation Navigating Growth: Blueprint For Small Businesses to Scale Successfully - https://lnkd.in/dVtXNSjN Rubanipix

 Export Vs. Local: Can Balancing Priorities Ensure Quality Food for all #qualityfood? The debate between exporting and prioritizing local food production is more relevant than ever. As we strive to feed a growing global population, it's crucial to find a balance that supports both international trade and local economies. Can we ensure everyone has access to high-quality, nutritious food? Let's explore sustainable solutions together!    #FoodForAll   #Sustainability  #LocalProduce #GlobalTrade #qualityfood Export Vs. Local: Can Balancing Priorities ensure Quality Food for All? - https://lnkd.in/d5_TrnC7 Rubanipix Peris Mungai Edit

 Export Vs. Local: Can Balancing Priorities Ensure Quality Food for all #qualityfood? The debate between exporting and prioritizing local food production is more relevant than ever. As we strive to feed a growing global population, it's crucial to find a balance that supports both international trade and local economies. Can we ensure everyone has access to high-quality, nutritious food? Let's explore sustainable solutions together!    #FoodForAll   #Sustainability  #LocalProduce #GlobalTrade #qualityfood Export Vs. Local: Can Balancing Priorities ensure Quality Food for All? - https://lnkd.in/d5_TrnC7 Rubanipix Peris Mungai Edit

🌱 Bridging the Gap: Export Priorities vs. Domestic Nutrition Needs 🌱 The disparity between export priorities and domestic nutritional needs reveals a complex challenge that demands our attention. Why do countries export their finest agricultural goods while citizens struggle to access high-quality produce? 🔍 Approach to Addressing This Issue: Governments and stakeholders in the agricultural sector must align their export strategies with domestic nutritional needs. Prioritizing local food security is crucial for a balanced approach. By implementing policies that balance export revenues with the availability of nutritious food locally, we can track improvements in food security and price stability. Through collaboration and ethical agricultural practices, it is possible to meet both international market demands and local nutritional needs without compromising one for the other. Ensuring that local communities have access to affordable, high-quality produce is not just an economic issue—it's a matter of social responsibility and justice. Immediate action is needed to address this divide. Ambi Light Up advocates for policies that prioritize local food security, aiming for significant progress within the next agricultural cycle. Let's work together to create a future where economic gains and local food security go hand in hand. 🌍🌾 #AgriculturalJustice #SustainableDevelopment #AmbiLightUp #FoodSecurity #EthicalAgriculture