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Innovation at all scales: Connecting entrepreneurs to Governments at IFAD’s Governing Council
Today’s most pressing problems will need cross-sector collaboration and innovation at all scales.
Togo and IFAD partnering for improved financial services and job creation for rural people
Over 50,000 vulnerable rural households in Togo will benefit from a US$35 million project that aims to spur inclusive rural economic growth and create employment opportunities in rural areas through a value chains approach, according to the details of a financing agreement signed today by government of Togo and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
Link between rural innovation and entrepreneurship explored at IFAD's annual Member State gathering
Pope Francis will address the 42nd session of the annual Governing Council meeting of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), where he will be joined by notable speakers, including the President of the Dominican Republic, Danilo Medina Sánchez, H.E. Gerardine Mukeshimana, Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources, Republic of Rwanda and the Prime Minister of Italy, Giuseppe Conte.
Promoting the rights perspective for indigenous peoples
Over the years international support for indigenous peoples has grown, also sanctioned by international declarations.
China-IFAD South-South and Triangular Cooperation Facility: Second Call for Proposals – Extended Deadline
IFAD is pleased to announce the launch of the second call for proposals for projects to be funded by the China-IFAD SSTC Facility.
Harnessing indigenous peoples' knowledge for a food-secure future in the face of climate change
The fourth global meeting of the Indigenous Peoples' Forum at the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) promotes indigenous peoples' knowledge and innovations for climate resilience and sustainable development.
First projects approved by the China-IFAD South-South and Triangular Cooperation Facility
Eight projects have been approved under the first call for proposals for US$3.6 million. These projects cover a range of issues, from water conservation, rural youth innovations, rural business-to-business linkages to bamboo production.
Improving livelihoods of women in south west Ethiopia
Gendo Gembela Tsire is a women’s group in Chencha district, Ethiopia who are demonstrating the process of making kocho (to make traditional flatbread) and bula (a flour blend prepared as a porridge) from the enset crop.
IFAD in the Blue Economy: Is this a game changer?
"Blue Economy" is the new buzzword in the international sustainable development agenda. But what is it and where does it fit in IFAD's development work?
14-15 February 2019: Exploring the link between rural innovation and entrepreneurship at IFAD's Annual Meeting
Pope Francis will address heads-of-state, government ministers, and policy and development leaders during the opening ceremony of the 42nd annual Governing Council meeting of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), 14-15 February 2019 in Rome.
Why we should care about vulnerable coastal communities
Approximately 40 per cent of the world’s population lives within 100 kilometers of the coast, and overall the world’s coastal population is increasing fast.
Change starts at home – Addressing gender imbalances and climate issues through household methodologies
IFAD is piloting the use of household methodologies (HHMs) for gender equality and climate change adaptation as a way to accelerate progress towards the economic empowerment of rural women in Rwanda.
Hitting the right notes – Midori raises awareness of rural women through music
World-renowned violinist and United Nations Messenger of Peace, Midori, travelled to Viet Nam to meet with and perform for villagers in a remote and poverty-stricken community to raise awareness of the challenges faced by rural women.
Ten books to read this winter
We asked colleagues for their recommended reading on issues relevant to global development from gender to development to finance. If you are looking to read something a little more serious this holiday season, check out our list below.
Senegal and IFAD partner to promote climate resilient agriculture and rural entrepreneurship
Over 43,700 vulnerable rural households in Senegal will benefit from a US$72.4 million programme that aims to improve food and nutrition security and incomes of smallholder crop and livestock farmers in four regions of Senegal.
IFAD to invest $13 million in Myanmar to reduce poverty and improve food security and nutrition in rural areas
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) has signed a financing agreement with the Government of Myanmar to reduce poverty, and improve food security and nutrition for over 390,000 rural people in the northern Magway region and southern Chin state.
The Real Groundbreakers: Halimé Djimet, Chad
Halimé Djimet is leading a collective of women in Chad to produce and market their sesame seed oil successfully.
IFAD welcomes the European Union’s commitment to a new impact fund targeting small agribusinesses across emerging markets
The European Union has committed €45 million to the establishment of a new impact fund that will boost investments in small rural agribusinesses across emerging markets.
UN Messenger for Peace, Midori, performs in poor rural communities in Viet Nam's Tuyen Quang province
The world-renowned violinist and UN Messenger of Peace, Midori, will travel to rural Viet Nam this week to meet with and perform for villagers in a remote and poverty-stricken community where projects supported by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) have been working to improve conditions.
Building bridges between smallholders and financial markets
One of the major challenges facing smallholders is getting adequate and cost-efficient protection against price volatility and climate-related impacts on production.