Kwetu Centre for Sustainable Development

11/05/2026

Here are some job opportunities available at KWETU this month.

21/04/2026

This Earth Day, we’re proud to introduce a bold step toward a greener, more resilient future.

Meet the CARL-B Project — Climate Agro-Resilient Livelihoods for Biodiversity (CARL-B) — a 3-year initiative (2026–2028) supported by Vi Agroforestry and implemented in Kilifi South and Ganze Sub-Counties.

Rooted in communities across Shimo la Tewa, Mtepeni, Chasimba, Mwarakaya, Sokoke, and Ganze wards, the project will empower 1,000 smallholder farmers, strengthen 40 farmer groups, and reach over 5,000 people.

🌱 Together, we aim to:

a)Build climate-resilient livelihoods
b)Increase household incomes
c)Strengthen farmer organizations with a focus on gender equality
d)Restore and protect biodiversity through sustainable agroecosystems

As we celebrate Earth Day, we reaffirm our commitment to people, planet, and prosperity — because resilient communities are the foundation of a sustainable future.
Vi Agroforestry

07/04/2026

As we celebrate Easter Monday,
Kwetu Training Centre wishes you, your family, and friends new beginnings, renewed hope, and prosperity.
We also take this opportunity to welcome anyone interested in training programs in:
• Fish Farming 🐟
• Beekeeping 🐝
• Food Processing 🍲

01/04/2026

We hosted pharmacy students from Mount Kenya University (MKU) at KWETU for an educational tour focused on coastal trees and their medicinal value.

The students explored key species such as mangroves, neem trees, and moringa, gaining insights into their health and environmental benefits. They also supported our organization by purchasing nature-based products, including multifloral honey, mangrove honey, moringa powder, and neem powder.

The visit provided a meaningful opportunity to connect academic knowledge with practical conservation.
Mount Kenya University

01/04/2026

01/04/2026

The BlueBiz Program is gaining momentum across Kilifi South and North! 🐝
From Shariani, Mida Creek, Sabaki, Mongotini, Mtongani,Takaungu to Mtwapa, eco-tourism and apiculture stakeholders came together for engaging roundtable discussions.
Participants explored market trends, value addition, quality standards, and real-world challenges in the honey value chain. From export opportunities to innovation and partnerships, they are shaping a more resilient and market-ready future.
Mastercard FoundationTechnoServe

21/03/2026

Today, we proudly join fellow stakeholders, partners, and the local community at Chapungu Primary School, Bamba Ward, Ganze Sub-County in celebrating the International Day of Forests

Guided by the theme “Forests and Economies,” this event highlights the critical role forests play in supporting livelihoods, protecting biodiversity, and driving sustainable development.

Together, let’s plant trees, share knowledge, and strengthen our commitment to forest conservation for a greener future.

17/03/2026

Today, together with Bigship and Ustadi Foundation, we participated in the BlueBiz Program TOTs training facilitated by TechnoServe and Ancywax Company Limited.

The session equipped trainers with practical tools on branding, marketing analysis, social media marketing, and sales for our program participants—key skills for building strong and competitive businesses.

We are excited to see these insights cascade and create impact among entrepreneurs. TechnoServe Mastercard Foundation Big Ship C.B.O USTADI Foundation

16/03/2026

Today at Kwetu Training Centre, the WorldFish team conducted a partial harvest from one of the Pond IMTA (Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture) pilot systems. The system integrates tilapia, sea cucumbers, and gastropods, demonstrating how different species can work together to improve productivity and sustainability.
From just one pond harvest, we obtained approximately 75kg of fish, with tilapia averaging around 320g within only six months. The harvest also showed impressive yields of sea cucumbers, further confirming the productivity and efficiency of integrated aquaculture systems.
These encouraging results highlight the potential of IMTA to improve fish production, diversify farmers’ income streams, and strengthen climate-resilient aquaculture systems for coastal communities.
As Kwetu Training Centre continues to serve as a training and innovation hub, these pilots are generating the evidence needed to scale IMTA across coastal Kenya, supporting the blue economy and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for local communities.
WorldFish

27/02/2026

Stronger together for climate-smart aquaculture!
Today, the WorldFish Nigeria and Bangladesh AABS WP2 teams joined the WorldFish Kenya team at Kwetu Training Centre to explore the Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) demonstration site and pond-based pilot systems.
From oyster and sea cucumber hatcheries to innovative IMTA models, the visit showcased practical solutions boosting productivity, restoring ecosystems, and strengthening coastal livelihoods.
This cross-country exchange is accelerating the scaling of sustainable aquatic food systems across Africa and Asia — turning innovation into real impact for communities.
WorldFish