The “Jigitugu” project strengthens the economic inclusion and food security of young women and men through sustainable agriculture. The LED has been supporting Helvetas ‘ project since 2021. Thanks to training and advice, access to suitable seeds and treatment with biopesticides, both the production and income of smaller family farms have increased. The approximately 240 trained agricultural advisors were recruited directly from the communities. The development of “Jigitugu” is very encouraging – by the end of 2022, 15,866 family farms had already improved their nutritional situation as a result – 3500 of these farms were run by women. The often-cited positive impact of the project benefited 2073 breastfeeding mothers and malnourished children last year, among others. Local agriculture was diversified – poultry farming, vegetable cultivation and the cultivation of fonio millet were promoted.
Article about “Jigitugu” in the Schweizer Bauernzeitung (July 2023)
