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    Organic nuts and fruit: Limbua and the AfricaConnect Program Driving Sustainable Growth in Kenya

    The Embu region at the foothills of Mount Kenya is renowned for its fertile soils. Here, the German-Kenyan company Limbua operates four sites dedicated to processing macadamia nuts and avocados according to strict organic standards. Since 2020, Limbua’s expansion has been supported by the AfricaConnect programme.

    Limbua works directly with around 7,000 smallholder farmers and brings their harvest to international markets. With an AfricaConnect loan, the company was able to scale up production of macadamia nuts, oil, and paste, as well as introduce dried mango processing. A photovoltaic system was installed to provide sustainable energy and significantly reduce the carbon footprint of the facilities. The investment also created 150 new jobs locally.

    Limbua’s supply chains are certified under “Fair for Life,” ensuring fair and direct payments to farmers. Agricultural engineers provide year-round training and advice on organic farming methods. Thanks to the AfricaConnect financing, additional certifications for organic farming were achieved.

    Limbua is a strong example of how AfricaConnect promotes local value creation, enables sustainable production, and generates employment opportunities in Africa.

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