Resilient Agriculture Innovations for Nature (RAIN) 3

After two successful rounds, we’ve partnered with the Shockwave Foundation and the Munich Re Foundation on phase III of the Resilient Agriculture Innovations for Nature (RAIN) challenge. RAIN 3 aims to convert seed-level innovative agricultural ideas that are meeting resilience needs in East Africa and scale them to sustainable business ideas of interest to private investors and funders. Following in depth evaluation, 10 projects were chosen as the phase II winners.

Democratising Weather and Climate Intelligence for Smallholder Farmers in Kenya & Uganda

Ignitia delivers AI weather forecasts helping East African tea farmers reduce losses.

Sustainable Native Species Aquaculture for Food Security and Biodiversity Protection in Lake Tanganyika

Restoring Lake Tanganyika’s fish supply through sustainable native tilapia aquaculture, boosting food security.

Smart Productive Forests

This initiative uses smart agroforestry and technology to restore land, boost incomes, and fight climate change.

Organic fertiliser production

Green Ethiopia transforms urban organic waste into affordable fertiliser, restoring soil health and creating green jobs.

Vermicomposting for Sustainable Production of Organic Fertiliser and Pesticides, supporting climate-impacted communities in Rwanda 

VERMIFARM converts organic waste into nutrient-rich compost and biopesticide, improving soil fertility and supporting farmers.

Bee Guardians of the Crest

Through inclusive modern beekeeping in Rwanda, this initiative restores biodiversity, enhances food security, builds climate resilience, and promotes green entrepreneurship.

Leveraging Owl Predation for Climate-Adapted Rodent Control: Enhancing Ecosystem Resilience in Rodent Pest Management (LOPE-CARE)

LOPE-CARE uses owls for sustainable rodent control, boosting biodiversity, crop protection, and climate resilience in Tanzania.

Aquahope in Siaya and Farms of freedom in Kajiado

Empowering women through sustainable farming, financial tools, and climate resilience.

A Basic Income for Nature and Climate in Laikipia County

Linking unconditional cash dividends to community-led ecosystem restoration in Kenya.

Carbon Farming for Agricultural and Environmental Sustainability and Profitability (CAFAESUP)

Equipping smallholder farmers through capacity building in regenerative agriculture and digital tools.

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