The project’s purpose is to improve host communities’ production capacity enabling them to respond to local and external market demand, while generating livelihood support and economic recovery for both communities.
Funded by United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Government of Italy, in partnership with the Institute for University Cooperation (ICU), the Ministry of Agriculture (MoA) and the Ministry of Industry (MoI), the project lasted for 18 months, from 2015 to 2016.
The results achieved have been: improved performance of selected agro-enterprises for enhanced competitiveness and broader access into markets; rural communities empowered by strengthening the overall capabilities of local cooperatives and encouraging their participation in development activities.
The project led to a general improvement of the agri-food realities of the area, enhancing the skills of the rural communities.
