Events

The vital role of Government was highlighted and this led on to a session examining Uganda and Tanzania’s work on BDS certification. This work is anchored in key Ministries, backed by research which confirms the weaknesses of BDS markets. The Governments’ response includes the development of BDS Strategic Frameworks, BDS Guidelines and draft Certification systems.

Harrison Kaziro opened up the discussion by presenting National BDS Accreditation Frameworks as being essential for improving BDS service quality. He outlined the fragmented nature of current BDS delivery and proposed a systematic approach to standardizing and coordinating services. A tiered BDS certification system backed by sustainable financing was proposed. This system should be developed in phases based on the available resources and capacity.

A new AMEA-supported case study reveals how innovative approaches can unlock over $4 million in agricultural credit while achieving 95% repayment rates.
Agriculture in West Africa faces a persistent challenge: smallholder farmers struggle to access the financial services they need to grow their businesses and improve their livelihoods. In Benin, this reality has kept countless producers trapped in cycles of low productivity and limited market access.

On 25 and 26 June 2024, AMEA held its fourth Annual Learning Event (ALE). Our aim was to: Inspire you by […]