Up the Rwandan hills of Gicumbi, where the northern hills face the equatorial African landscape, agriculture is not only a profession but a lifestyle passed from parent to child, from generation to generation. Despite its heritage reputation, farming in Gicumbi has in the past been characterized as small yields, long
In Africa, agriculture is more than just a source of income, it is a vital lifeline for the continent. Across the region, women account for roughly half of the agricultural workforce, a role that is often overlooked but critically important. They grow, harvest, sell, and feed large communities as well
The Rise of Climate-Resilient Farming in Rwanda In the dry, sun-bleached plains of Nyagatare, where the wind once whispered through parched fields and the soil cracked beneath one’s feet, something remarkable is happening. For years, this eastern corner of Rwanda has battled the harsh effects of climate change. The dry
What if we told you that Africa’s real heroes don’t fly, but that they farm They don’t wear capes; they wear second-hand boots, carry sacks of seeds, and walk miles before sunrise. They don’t wield mythical hammers or vibranium shields like Thor or Captain America; just basic tools worn smooth
