Tag: ActionAid

Research shows that about 60% of Enugu state population is under 30 with 23% specifically aged 15 to 29. This burgeoning demographic presents an opportunity and a challenge for the state. Currently, youths struggle with unemployment, poor access to education, insecurity, and inequality. This highlights the urgent need for a framework that puts the youth at the center of development processes. 

Understanding this challenge, South Saharan Social Development Organization in partnership with ActionAid Nigeria is facilitating the development of the Enugu State Youth Policy. The proposed Enugu State Youth Policy aims to address critical issues the youth face and create an enabling environment for their growth and development. 

Members of the Technical Working Group include Technical Adviser to the Enugu State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Director, Planning, Research and Statistics, Ministry of Youth and Sports, Technical Adviser, Enugu State Economic Planning Commission, civil society organizations, and media.

Climate change, driven by increased greenhouse gas emissions from human activities such as burning fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial processes, is one of the most pressing issues facing the world today. Agricultural disruption, with altered growing seasons and reduced crop yields, is a major concern for food security in Nigeria. 

Understanding this challenge, South Saharan Social Development Organization in partnership with ActionAid Nigeria is facilitating the development of the Enugu State Climate Change Policy. 

The proposed Enugu State Change Policy aims to integrate climate change adaptation and mitigation strategies, promote sustainable agricultural practices, enhance community resilience, and foster economic development. This comprehensive approach will help safeguard the state’s natural resources, protect public health, and ensure a sustainable and prosperous future for all residents.

Members of the Technical Working Group include Director, Enugu State Ministry of Environment and Climate Change, Director, Planning, Research and Statistics of the above ministry, Technical Adviser, Enugu State Economic Planning Commission, civil society organizations, and media.

Research shows that agriculture contributes about 25 percent to Nigeria’s GDP and employs nearly 70 percent of the country’s population. However, farmers still struggle with low productivity, the adverse effects of climate change, and limited financial access for smallholder farmers. This isn’t any different in Enugu state as farmers are plagued by limited resources and access to financial services, making it even more challenging for farmers to adopt sustainable farming practices. 

Understanding this need, South Saharan Social Development Organization in partnership with ActionAid Nigeria through the Strategic Partnership Agreement II program will establish a Village Savings and Loans Association (VSLA ) in its three project communities: Umuogili, Oduma Achara, and Ihenyi to help with the financial constraint. 

VSLA is a self-select savings group that uses members savings to lend to each other so they can grow their businesses. VSLAs offer a community-based financial platform that empowers farmers to invest in sustainable agricultural practices. 

Through these community-driven financial solutions, farmers can secure the necessary funds to implement sustainable farming techniques, thereby contributing to the resilience and prosperity of agricultural communities in the region.

The third VSLA in Oduma Achara has been successfully set up and farmers trained in financial literacy and entrepreneurship. The group has selected its executives and is fully operational. The group will be monitored to proffer technical assistance and guarantee the sustainability and effectiveness of the VSLA operations.

Research shows that agriculture contributes about 25 percent to Nigeria’s GDP and employs nearly 70 percent of the country’s population. However, farmers still struggle with low productivity, the adverse effects of climate change, and limited financial access for smallholder farmers. This isn’t any different in Enugu state as farmers are plagued by limited resources and access to financial services, making it even more challenging for farmers to adopt sustainable farming practices. 

Understanding this need, South Saharan Social Development Organization in partnership with ActionAid Nigeria through the Strategic Partnership Agreement II program will establish a Village Savings and Loans Association (VSLA ) in its three project communities: Umuogili, Oduma Achara, and Ihenyi to help with the financial constraint. 

VSLA is a self-select savings group that uses members savings to lend to each other so they can grow their businesses. VSLAs offer a community-based financial platform that empowers farmers to invest in sustainable agricultural practices. 

Through these community-driven financial solutions, farmers can secure the necessary funds to implement sustainable farming techniques, thereby contributing to the resilience and prosperity of agricultural communities in the region.

The Ihenyi VSLA has been successfully set up and farmers trained in financial literacy and entrepreneurship. The group has selected its executives and is fully operational. The group will be monitored to proffer technical assistance and guarantee the sustainability and effectiveness of the VSLA operations.

Research shows that agriculture contributes about 25 percent to Nigeria’s GDP and employs nearly 70 percent of the country’s population. However, farmers still struggle with low productivity, the adverse effects of climate change, and limited financial access for smallholder farmers. 

This isn’t any different in Enugu state as farmers are plagued by limited resources and access to financial services, making it even more challenging for farmers to adopt sustainable farming practices. 

Understanding this need, South Saharan Social Development Organization in partnership with ActionAid Nigeria through the Strategic Partnership Agreement II program will establish a Village Savings and Loans Association (VSLA ) in its three project communities: Umuogili, Oduma Achara, and Ihenyi to help with the financial constraint. 

VSLA is a self-select savings group that uses members savings to lend to each other so they can grow their businesses. VSLAs offer a community-based financial platform that empowers farmers to invest in sustainable agricultural practices. Through these community-driven financial solutions, farmers can secure the necessary funds to implement sustainable farming techniques, thereby contributing to the resilience and prosperity of agricultural communities in the region.

The Umuogili VSLA has been successfully set up and farmers trained in financial literacy and entrepreneurship. The group has selected its executives and is fully operational. The group will be monitored to proffer technical assistance and guarantee the sustainability and effectiveness of the VSLA operations.