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We’re proud to share this insightful piece co-authored by our own Juan Carlos Thomas, TechnoServe's Vice President of Entrepreneurship and New Ventures. In TechnoServe's circular economy work across multiple countries, we've identified key market-wide challenges that hinder adoption, from fragmented supply chains to limited financial products tailored for circular businesses. As highlighted in our "Inclusive Loops" study, circularity reduces waste, unlocks new markets, cuts costs, and create competitive advantages for innovative businesses. The article features inspiring examples like Tamworld Company in Northern Ghana where agricultural waste is being transformed into income opportunities for 65+ people. Read the full article to discover how entrepreneurs, NGOs, and funders can collaborate to build more inclusive circular economy systems: https://hubs.ly/Q03cx9qf0 MEDA (Mennonite Economic Development Associates) #CircularEconomy #SustainableBusiness

AI isn’t just for tech giants, it’s unlocking new possibilities for small businesses and entrepreneurs worldwide. TechnoServe is using AI to close the digital gap, equipping entrepreneurs with smarter tools to grow and compete. Discover how AI is fueling innovation and economic opportunity. 🔗 Learn more: https://hubs.li/Q03cJNSV0 #AIForGood #Entrepreneurship #TechForImpact

"With a vibrant, growing economy and a young and creative population, the sky is the limit for India!" Our President and CEO William Warshauer recently returned from visiting TechnoServe's expanding work in India, where our team and partners are making remarkable progress on regenerative agriculture, food systems, and entrepreneurship initiatives. What impressed him most? The talented and dedicated TechnoServe staff who are working tirelessly to help people build prosperity for themselves, their families, and their communities. Read Will's full reflections on his journey and discover why he's so optimistic about India's future: https://hubs.li/Q03csFjf0 #EconomicDevelopment #RegenerativeAgriculture #India

TechnoServe is Seeking an Inclusive Business Consultant! 🌍 Are you passionate about driving inclusive growth in the agricultural sector? TechnoServe’s CASA TAF program is looking for an Inclusive Business Consultant to lead the development of Inclusive Business Plans (IBPs) and Inclusive Growth Assessments (IGAs) for agribusinesses in South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa. 💡 What You'll Do: ✔️ Diagnose smallholder supply chain challenges ✔️ Identify inclusive business opportunities aligned with commercial goals ✔️ Develop strategies for investment and technical assistance ✔️ Work closely with agribusiness leaders and smallholder farmers 📍 Location: South Asia and/or Sub-Saharan Africa 📅 Duration: 6 months (starting April 2025) 🌱 Impact: Help businesses create shared value for farmers, agribusinesses, and nature 🔗 Interested? Submit your CV and daily rate (in GBP £) to Alex Hurst at ahurst@tns.org by April 2, 2025. Join us in transforming smallholder agriculture through inclusive and sustainable business solutions! 🌿💼 #InclusiveBusiness #Agribusiness #SustainableGrowth #TechnoServe

How much do you know about global food systems? From farm to fork, food systems touch every aspect of our lives and planet. They're also at the heart of challenges like climate change, economic inequality, and public health. Test your knowledge with our quick quiz and discover surprising facts about how our food gets to our plates. Take the full quiz on our blog and share your score! https://hubs.li/Q03csq9L0 #FoodSystems #GlobalSustainability #FoodSecurity #ClimateAction

Fabiola Rodríguez’s journey is proof that when women have access to training and opportunities, they drive real change. 🍉 Through a TechnoServe Program, she has gone from learning the basics of business to leading operations. Her story highlights why investing in women in agriculture strengthens entire communities and industries. 

A win-win, those are the kinds of partnerships we look for. By joining forces with The Coca-Cola Company and the Gates Foundation, we helped 54,000 smallholder mango and passion fruit farmers in Kenya and Uganda double their incomes. The results speak volumes: ⚡️ 142% average increase in farmer income ⚡️132,000+ tons of fruit sold ⚡️ Creation of Coca-Cola's first locally-sourced product in Kenya When companies invest in smallholder farmers, entire communities thrive. The farmers gain sustainable livelihoods, processors access quality local ingredients, and companies strengthen their supply chains. This is how we transform agricultural systems: by creating value for everyone involved. https://hubs.li/Q03cdCk70 #EconomicDevelopment #GlobalPartnerships

Empowering micro-retailers to build stronger ecosystems Micro-retailers known as dukas in Kenya play a vital role in the country's economy. Unfortunately many of these businesses experience limited access to financial resources, weak supply chains, and digital adoption gaps. The Smart Duka Initiative addresses these challenges by equipping retailers with the skills, tools, and connections business owners need to build sustainable businesses. Since 2015, Smart Duka has: ✅ Trained more than 50,000 retailers ✅ Created nearly 14,000 jobs ✅ Facilitated access to more than KES 60M in working capital for businesses The initiative is now expanding into Kisumu County and aims to benefit more than 1,000 retailers.  The Smart Duka Kick-off Workshop & NDO Market Linkages Forum on Feb 27-28, 2025, at The Grand Royal Swiss Hotel, Kisumu brought together: Micro-retailersFinancial institutionsFMCG ecosystem actorsCounty government officialsMedia With a goal of empowering micro-retailers to build stronger ecosystems. Join us and be part of this conversation.

Ready to refresh your international development vocabulary for 2025? We've all been in meetings where unfamiliar jargon gets tossed around, and keeping up can be challenging. We’ve compiled 5 essential international development terms you need to know this year. These concepts are shaping the field today, don't get left behind. Swipe through to enhance your professional toolkit and stay current with the latest terminology. https://hubs.ly/Q03b0RKB0

As a digital strategy consultant from Paris, Diego Roudil made a lasting impact on the Greenr Sustainability Accelerator Program in India. He worked with over 15 small and growing businesses (SGBs) focused on sustainability—many led by women—helping them navigate digital transformation. Why India? It’s one of the countries most affected by climate change, making this work even more urgent and impactful. This was part of Diego’s work as a Rachel Hines fellow. From running workshops on lead generation and digital marketing to screening applicants for genuine sustainability commitments, Diego’s work strengthened Greenr’s efforts to support climate-conscious entrepreneurs. Read more about Diego and the other Rachel Hines fellows. Each of their unique projects are making a difference across the world. https://hubs.li/Q03b0YXz0