Nigeria
December.31.2023

From Struggling Farmer to Visionary Agricultural Entrepreneur in Nigeria

Mallam Idris Umar from Swa community in the Balanga Local Government of Nigeria’s Gombe State, has transitioned from agricultural strife into a visionary farmer, inspired by training and agricultural support from the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA). 

Uganda
December.31.2023

From Struggling Fields to Thriving Fortunes in Uganda: Adong Caroline’s Agricultural Triumph

Caroline Adong, 42, from Awili Village, Okweredot Subcounty in Uganda’s Kole District, faced challenges in traditional farming due to outdated techniques and poor soil management. This resulted in unpredictable yields and financial difficulties, impacting her family’s well-being and her children’s education. 

Ethiopia
December.31.2023

How the Digital Device ‘Talking Book’ is Enhancing Agriculture in Ethiopia

Temesgen Girma, a 30-year-old father of five from the Shino Funamura Kebele in Ethiopia’s Angacha district, has been the Sasakawa Africa Association’s (SAA’s) host farmer since 2021. His enterprise as a farmer has over that duration transformed several-fold thanks to education on regenerative, nutrition-sensitive, and market-oriented agriculture. 

Nigeria
December.18.2023

Sasakawa Africa Association holds Green Field Day in Niger State in Nigeria

In late September 2023, under the AGRA-Niger project, Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) Nigeria (SAA-Nigeria) held a series of Green Field Days across various local governments in Niger State, Nigeria, namely, Kampala, Gbaita, Kuchita, and Kangi Makun, spanning the Bosso, Paikoro, and Bida. The primary objective was to showcase and promote the adoption of Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) and improved technologies.

Uganda
December.6.2023

SAA’s One Stop Center Association: BAIDA transforms rural landscape

In the heartland of Bugiri district in Eastern Uganda, this rural community has witnessed a profound shift in farming practices, economic stability, and market influence.

November.6.2023

【Interview】Part 3: Unveiling the Journey of Dr. Jiro Aikawa: Sharing insights with SAA projects

An Interview with Dr. Jiro Aikawa, Senior Advisor for Agriculture and Rural Development of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

November.6.2023

【Interview】Part 2: Unveiling the Journey of Dr. Jiro Aikawa: Evolution of SHEP from Kenya to 60 countries worldwide

An Interview with Dr. Jiro Aikawa, Senior Advisor for Agriculture and Rural Development of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

November.6.2023

【Interview】Part 1: Unveiling the Journey of Dr. Jiro Aikawa: Launching SHEP Approach in Kenya

An Interview with Dr. Jiro Aikawa, Senior Advisor for Agriculture and Rural Development of Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)

Nigeria
October.31.2023

Short Movie: SAA-Nigeria Visit Agabija Community in Nasarawa State, Nigeria

Dr. Godwin Atser, leading SAA-Nigeria team, paid a visit to Agabija community in Lafia Local Government District, Kano state, Nigeria, where the local residents warmly received them. Beneficiaries in the community shared stories of remarkable life improvements due to the intervention of Sasakawa Africa Association.

Nigeria
October.31.2023

Short Movie: SAA-Nigeria Welcomed by Local Cooperative Societies in Nasarawa, Nigeria

SAA-Nigeria visited Apashi Woza Cooperative Society, Anyawoza Cooperative Society, and Nunku Women Farmers Association in Nasarawa State, Nigeria. In each community, the SAA-Nigeria team was warmly welcomed with local dances and the sharing of remarkable stories by the residents.

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