$200 Million Blended Finance Mechanism Launched to Boost Climate Resilience for 260,000 African Farmers

$200 Million Blended Finance for 260,000 African Farmers

Kigali, Rwanda—Access to climate adaptation finance remains one of the most persistent barriers for smallholder farmers and rural businesses across Africa. Despite the continent’s vast agricultural potential and growing recognition of climate risks, available capital consistently fails to reach those who need it most—leaving millions of farming families exposed to the escalating impacts of drought,…

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Earth Focus Network to Represent Changemakers at Africa Mindset Reset Forum in Kigali

Kigali, Rwanda – Nearly 1,000 African leaders, thinkers, and changemakers are gathering in Kigali this week for the inaugural Africa Mindset Reset Forum, taking place on August 25–26, 2026, at the Kigali Convention Centre. Convened by the African School of Governance (ASG), the forum brings together heads of state, former presidents, business leaders, and young innovators to chart a…

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BRD and JALI Finance Sign FRW 4.5 Billion Deal to Accelerate Electric Mobility in Rwanda

Kigali, Rwanda – Today marks a significant milestone in Rwanda’s journey toward sustainable transport. The Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) has signed a financing agreement of over FRW 4.5 billion with JALI Finance to expand access to electric motorcycles and support the country’s transition to clean and sustainable transport . Motorcycles are one of Rwanda’s most widely used means of transport and…

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develoPPP Ventures Offers €100k for Early-Stage Startups in East Africa.

EAST AFRICA – Early-stage startups in Kenya, Tanzania, and Rwanda have an opportunity to secure €100,000 in funding and join the largest portfolio of early-stage startups in East Africa through develoPPP Ventures. The program is calling on ventures that are post-revenue, can demonstrate product-market fit, and are planning to raise or have recently raised €100,000 from external investors. The…

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