In a meeting held on August 30, 2023, the Global Youth Innovation Network (GYIN) and Carole Green from ManoCap Advisory came together in a dynamic collaboration that promises to bring about positive change in rural poultry production. The focus of this partnership is to support the World Poultry Foundation (WPF) in rolling out The Africa Poultry Multiplication Initiative (APMI) programs in Sierra Leone and The Gambia.
The Africa Poultry Multiplication Initiative (APMI) is a groundbreaking poultry value chain model that has been successfully implemented in several African countries. Its primary objective is to catalyze a transformation in rural poultry production by scaling up private sector efforts, with a special emphasis on increasing productivity and income for rural households. One of the core elements of this initiative is empowering rural women to enhance their health, nutrition, and overall livelihoods.
For those seeking more information on the World Poultry Foundation (WPF) and the APMI, detailed insights can be found on their official website: World Poultry Foundation. In essence, the APMI introduces a highly resilient chicken breed known as the Noiler bird, which has even been given a local Gambian name. This new breed is designed to grow faster, produce more eggs, and exhibit greater resilience against diseases compared to the traditional country fowl.
This encounter between GYIN and ManoCap Advisory marks the commencement of an exciting journey characterized by shared ideas, innovative solutions, and mutual growth. The coming together of these two organizations, both committed to positive social change, promises to have a far-reaching impact on rural communities in The Gambia. This partnership exemplifies the potential for positive change that can arise when organizations with a shared vision join forces.