Our Work in Sub-Saharan Africa

Small-scale Irrigation Systems

We empower smallholder farmers in Sub-Saharan Africa by providing strategic and technical guidance to implement and manage small-scale irrigation systems, enhancing agricultural productivity, food security, and resilience.

• Feasibility and Design
  We conduct site assessments and design appropriate, low-cost irrigation technologies, such as solar-powered systems, tailored to local water resources and crop types.
• Capacity Building
  We provide hands-on training for farmers and water user associations on system operation, maintenance, and water management to ensure long-term sustainability and profitability.
• Market Linkages
  We help farmers connect to local markets and value chains, enabling them to sell high-value crops and realize the full economic benefits of their improved yields.

Agriculture Sector

We focus on enhancing productivity, sustainability, and market access for farmers and agribusinesses through strategic planning, technological integration, and value chain development.

• Agricultural Technology & Innovation
  We advise on the adoption of modern farming techniques and technologies, such as drought-resistant seeds, precision irrigation, and mobile-based extension services, to improve crop yields and resilience.
• Value Chain and Market Access
  We help farmers and cooperatives connect with reliable buyers, develop robust supply chains, and meet quality standards for both local and export markets, increasing their profitability.
• Climate-Smart Agriculture and Sustainability
  We support the implementation of practices like agroforestry, conservation farming, and integrated pest management to build climate resilience, conserve natural resources, and ensure long-term food security.

Transboundary Water Management

We help develop and implement equitable and sustainable benefit-sharing mechanisms for transboundary rivers, fostering regional cooperation and maximizing socio-economic gains.

• Joint Project Development
  We facilitate the identification and design of collaborative projects, such as joint hydropower schemes or shared irrigation infrastructure, that create mutual benefits for all stakeholders.
• Institutional and Legal Frameworks
  We assist in developing robust institutional structures and legal agreements for the governance of shared water resources, ensuring transparent and fair allocation of benefits.
• Economic Analysis and Valuation
  We provide expertise in assessing and quantifying the full range of benefits from a transboundary river, including those related to food security, energy, environmental services, and economic development.

Geographical Assessments

We provide geographic analyses to help clients navigate the economic, demographic, political, and environmental factors shaping their decisions.

• Economics
  We analyze economic data to identify strategic opportunities, such as using GIS to pinpoint optimal locations for new agribusinesses in Ghana or mapping the most efficient routes for the West Africa Power Pool project to reduce electricity costs for Burkina Faso.
• Population Dynamics
• We map demographic shifts to inform planning, like analyzing the rapid urbanization of Lagos, Nigeria, which grows at roughly 4% annually, or tracking refugee flows from regions like the Horn of Africa to better plan for humanitarian and infrastructure needs.
• Political Stability and Trade Relations
  We analyze historical and current data on political stability and its impact on trade with the U.S., for example, by assessing how political risk in certain regions of the Democratic Republic of Congo affects foreign direct investment in its critical minerals sector.
• Environmental
  We use geospatial tools to assess environmental risks, such as mapping desertification trends in the Sahel region to inform land management, or analyzing flood risk in Mozambique to support the development of more resilient infrastructure.

Capacity Building

We provide comprehensive capacity building to strengthen institutions and empower stakeholders, fostering sustainable development and cooperative governance.

• Agricultural and Irrigation Training
  We deliver tailored training programs for farmers, water user associations, and government officials on modern farming techniques, efficient water management, and the operation and maintenance of irrigation infrastructure.
• Transboundary Water Governance
  We build the capacity of river basin organizations and national delegates to negotiate, implement, and monitor transboundary water agreements, promoting equitable benefit sharing and conflict resolution.
• Institutional Strengthening
  We assist public and private sector organizations in developing strategic plans, improving data management systems, and enhancing policy frameworks to effectively manage resources and drive sectoral growth.