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Study tour of famers from
Rulindo District in Bugesera District
Study tour of farmers from Rulindo District
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Study tour of famers from
Rulindo District in Bugesera District
APEFA extends its activities all over the country
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APEFA Staff meet with visitors from Poland
Le Directeur Exécutif d'Ouranos/QUEBEC-Canada, Alain Bourque, a visité l'APEFA.
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Training of beneficiaries on climate-smart agriculture
financial literacy and project sustainability
Action pour la Protection de l‟Environnement et la Promotion des Filières Agricoles "APEFA", is a non-government Organization founded by people concerned with environment degradation, climate change, smart agriculture, and food security in Rwanda. APEFA was granted legal by Ministerial Order No. 99/11 of 31 July 2008 published in the Official Journal No. 38 of 22 September 2014.
Our strategy is to empower and facilitate communities through associations/cooperatives, in order to reduce human pressure on forests and other natural resources through livelihood improvement activities.
As the global climate shifts, its repercussions are felt deeply by the rural communities of Rwanda. Our Climate Change Adaptation Program is our proactive response to these challenges. We aim to bolster the resilience and adaptive capacities of these communities, enabling them to navigate the challenges of droughts, floods, and erratic rainfall. Through the promotion of diversified, climate-smart livelihoods, we bring sustainable agriculture practices to the heart of these communities. A cornerstone of our program is water security, emphasizing efficient water harvesting, storage, and irrigation. We also prioritize integrating climate risk reduction into broader development strategies, ensuring that our communities are not just prepared for today's challenges but are equipped for the uncertainties of the future.
Agriculture is the backbone of Rwanda, and at APEFA Rwanda, we envision a future where it is not just productive but also sustainable. Our Sustainable Agriculture Program is geared towards this vision. We aim to boost agricultural productivity and augment farmer incomes by promoting practices tailored to the unique contexts o four land. Our emphasis is on strengthening climate resilience and ensuring food security for smallholder farmers, advocating for the adoption of climate-smart agricultural techniques. Through our program, we enrich farmer knowledge, connect them with stable markets, and ensure that they become integral parts of profitable value chains. Collaborating with cooperatives, governmental bodies, and the private sector, we're scaling innovations and crafting an environment where sustainable agriculture doesn't just thrive, but flourishes.
Safe drinking-water, sanitation and hygiene are crucial to human health and well-being. Safe WASH is not only a prerequisite to health, but contributes to livelihoods and helps to create resilient communities living in healthy environments. The WASH program works on providing clean water for drinking, cooking and personal hygiene in order to maintain a healthy life and reduce the transmission of water-borne diseases. Issues related to environmental sanitation where there are provisions for latrines and to develop and promote the prevention of ill health through awareness-raising. Requirements for personal hygiene and waste removal are some basic services provided to beneficiaries
Forests are the lungs of our planet and watersheds its lifeblood. At APEFA Rwanda, we launched the Forest Restoration and Watershed Management Program with a clear vision: to ensure sustainable management of forest resources, protect our watersheds, and promote biomass energy production. Our initiative is harmoniously aligned with Rwanda's national policies that emphasize forest management, poverty alleviation, economic growth, and environmental protection. Through this program, we strive to create a symbiotic relationship between nature and communities, ensuring a sustainable future for all
For the vibrant rural communities of Rwanda, resilience and food security are paramount. Our Livelihood Improvement Program aims to fortify these pillars. We champion the diversification of income sources, encompassing climate-smart agriculture, livestock rearing, and the growth of off-farm enterprises. By integrating sustainable intensification practices, we empower small holder farms to thrive without harming our environment. Our initiatives extend beyond farming, connecting communities with markets, financial services, and advanced technologies. Our focus on youth and women empowerment, in collaboration with farmer cooperatives and governmental extension services, amplifies the impact, ensuring that our interventions are not just aligned with national goals but also finely tailored to the distinct needs of Rwanda's diverse districts.
• Soil conservation and landscape restoration;
• Integrated water management • Sustainable agriculture; • Climate change adaptation &mitigation; • Green mining promotion, Monitoring and traceability of mineralsThe strategy is to empower and facilitate communities through associations/cooperatives, in order to reduce human pressure on forests and other natural resources through livelihood improvement activities.
APEFA extends its activities all over the country, with a special emphasis on:
• Communities gathered in youth and women and youth associations youth (including schools)
• Local authorities;
• Local NGO’s, Community Associations;
• Private companies
1. Promoting public awareness;
2. Contribution to the environmental balance and food security at the community level;
3. Conservation of Natural resources at community level (Forests, soil conservation)
4. The development of the agricultural sector through the use of quality seed and the priority use of organic fertilizers (manure compost promotion).
• United Nations Development Program(UNDP)
• Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
• Small Grant Program (SGP)
• Global Environment Facility (GEF)
• Embassy of the Kingdom of Netherlands (EKN)
. Rwanda Environmental NGO’s Forum (RENGOF)
. Coalition de la Société Civile de la Région des Grands Lacs contre l’Exploitation Illégale des Ressources Naturelles (COSOC-GL)
. International Union for Conservation of Nature(IUCN)
