Truorganic Initiative

18/02/2026

In 2023, an estimated 260 000 women died from maternal causes globally.

Around 6 in 10 of those deaths (160 000) occurred in countries experiencing conflict or institutional and social fragility.

Read the new WHO report https://bit.ly/3OkjXn4

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This brief aligns the latest maternal mortality estimates with whether a country is conflict-affected or considered institutionally fragile. Nearly two-thirds of all maternal deaths worldwide occur in countries marked by conflict or fragility. The risk of a woman who lives in a country affected by c...

16/02/2026

Today, TruORGANIC Initiative participated in the Budeshi Capacity Building Training on “Understanding the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act,” organised by the Public & Private Development Centre (PPDC) and led by Ojo, Executive Director of Media Rights Agenda, Lagos, Nigeria.

As Executive Director of TruORGANIC Initiative, I see the FOI Act as a vital instrument for our work in promoting transparency, tracking public projects and empowering citizens to demand accountability from duty bearers. The training provided a clearer understanding of our rights under the law, how to make effective FOI requests, and how to respond when access is denied or delayed.

I am deeply grateful to Mr. Edetaen Ojo for his detailed explanations, real life case studies and practical guidance on using the FOI Act as a tool for advocacy, investigative work and public interest journalism. His experience in media rights and freedom of information advocacy enriched the entire session.

Our appreciation also goes to PPDC and the Budeshi team for creating this learning space for civil society organisations and media actors across Nigeria. We look forward to applying the knowledge gained to strengthen our procurement monitoring, community engagement and governance accountability initiatives, as well as to future collaboration and peer learning.

13/02/2026

🚀 Call for Applications: Ericsson Connect NextGen National Hackathon Nigeria 🇳🇬

The Federal Government of Nigeria, in partnership with Ericsson, invites innovators, developers, startups, and tech talents across Nigeria to apply for the Connect NextGen National Hackathon, a flagship initiative supporting Nigeria’s digital economy and innovation ecosystem. 💡💻

Focus Areas:
📡 Telecommunications
🌾 AgriTech
🩺 HealthTech
🎓 EdTech
💳 FinTech
♻️ CleanTech
📶 IoT
🤖 AI/ML
🌱 Sustainability

Eligibility:
✅ Open to tech talents and startups nationwide

Deadline: 10th March 2026
Number of beneficiaries: 50,000

🔗 Apply here:

Apply now for the Call for Applications: Ericsson Connect NextGen National Hackathon Nigeria and showcase your innovative tech solutions.

10/02/2026

Today, I’m proud to join the Internet Society Nigeria Chapter in commemorating Safer Internet Day 2026 across all 36 States and the FCT.

This year’s theme, “Smart Tech, Safe Choices – Exploring the Safe and Responsible Use of AI,” speaks directly to the work many of us do at the intersection of technology, policy, and community impact. As a Fellow of the Nigeria School of Internet Governance, I see every day how powerful the internet and AI can be for learning, innovation, civic engagement, and development—but only when people can use them safely and confidently.

Safer Internet Day reminds us that online safety is not a one-day campaign; it is a daily culture. It’s choosing strong and unique passwords, turning on two-factor authentication, pausing before clicking suspicious links, and teaching young people that their digital footprints matter. It’s also asking hard questions about how AI systems are built, how our data is used, and how to make sure no one is left behind in the digital age.

I’m committed to using my voice and work to promote a safer, more trusted, and more inclusive internet—where Nigerians, especially young people, can explore smart tech, make safe choices, and unlock opportunities without fear of abuse or exploitation.
Let’s use today to reflect, learn, and take simple, practical steps to secure our accounts, protect our identities, and support one another online.

A safer internet is a shared responsibility—and it starts with each of us.

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10/02/2026

Today is , test your cooking skills with this Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) cookbook loaded with pulses recipes, while learning how they keep both you and the planet healthy.

Explore here 🔗 https://bit.ly/4c267zJ

10/02/2026

🚀 Applications are now open for Jumpstart — Trampoline’s market-driven innovation program.

Jumpstart is calling entrepreneurs and innovators ready to co-create solutions with corporates and move towards real market adoption.

What selected entrepreneurs get:
→ Up to Rs 1M equity-free funding
→ Co-creation and real-world pilots with committed corporate partners
→ A first paying client, secured upon successful validation
→ Continued support beyond the pilot to sustain growth

For its first edition, Jumpstart opens concrete business opportunities in:
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📅 Applications open: 22 January – 12 April 2026
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10/02/2026

Pulses are our delicious ally in achieving food security, and reducing malnutrition.

09/02/2026

📢Exciting Home-based Opportunity 📢

🌍 AU-IBAR Seeks Expert to Draft Africa’s Common Position on Sustainable Livestock

The African Union – Interafrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) is hiring a home-based consultant to lead the drafting of Africa’s Common Position on Sustainable, Resilient, and Nature-Positive Livestock Food Systems under the LiveSYS Project (BMZ/GIZ).
This 3-month consultancy is a high-impact opportunity to shape continental policy, support climate-smart livestock systems, and influence global negotiations.

Key Responsibilities:
Lead drafting of Africa’s unified livestock policy position
Conduct policy analysis, desk reviews, and evidence synthesis
Facilitate stakeholder consultations across African regions
Translate technical research into clear, persuasive policy documents
Support advocacy with briefings, presentations, and talking points

✔️ Ideal Candidate:
Extensive experience in livestock systems, agricultural policy, or food systems
Proven ability to develop technically sound and politically credible policy
Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills
Familiarity with climate finance and international negotiations

⭐ Expected Impact:
-Provide Africa’s unified voice in global livestock and climate policy
-Inform sustainable, resilient, and nature-positive livestock policies
-Help secure climate finance for smallholder and pastoral livestock keepers
-Strengthen regional coordination on livestock-related climate solutions

📅 Application Deadline: 2 March 2026
AU-IBAR strongly encourages applications from women experts and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

🔗 Learn More: https://www.globalsouthopportunities.com/2026/02/09/au-14/

Lead Africa’s livestock future. Shape global policy. Make an impact. Apply now

09/02/2026

HEDA Resource Centre Launches Flood Resilience Initiative in Kwara State

By Dare Akogun

In response to the Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA) 2024 flood predictions, the HEDA Resource Centre has initiated a community outreach program in Edu and Pategi Local Government Areas (LGAs) of Kwara State.

This intervention is part of a broader effort by HEDA to enhance flood resilience in Nigeria’s most vulnerable regions.

The outreach, conducted under the African Activists for Climate Justice project in collaboration with OXFAM and funded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, seeks to strengthen the adaptive capacities of communities facing severe climate change impacts, particularly floods.

Led by Mayowa Shobo and Azeez Salawu, Program Officers under HEDA's Environmental Justice & Sustainable Development Department, along with Olaide Olawunwo from the TruORGANIC Initiative, the team targeted areas identified as high-risk flood zones in the NIHSA 2024 Flood Outlook.

Among the 44 Local Government Areas across 19 states flagged by NIHSA, Edu and Pategi LGAs in Kwara State are particularly susceptible due to erratic rainfall, river basin dynamics, and inadequate hydraulic infrastructure.

In Lade community of Pategi LGA, the HEDA team focused on training smallholder farmers, whose livelihoods are heavily dependent on the land.

The training provided these farmers with essential knowledge on flood preparedness and response, aimed at protecting their crops and livestock from potential flood damage.

The initiative also empowered the farmers to act as knowledge bearers, enabling them to share what they learned with others in their community.

Similarly, in Lafiagi community of Edu LGA, HEDA engaged local leaders and residents in an in-depth discussion on flood risks and preparedness.

The team emphasized the importance of early warning systems and community-driven disaster response strategies, stressing the need for communities to be well-informed and ready to act during the high-risk October-November period.

This outreach is a critical component of HEDA’s overarching goal to boost community resilience against climate-induced flooding across Nigeria. Central to this effort is the development of effective early warning systems and the promotion of proactive community engagement, particularly in regions identified as high-risk.

During the outreach, community members expressed concerns about receiving timely information on impending floods. HEDA assured them that through partnerships with NIHSA and the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet), they can access critical data and ensure it reaches the most vulnerable communities.

These collaborations enable HEDA to deliver timely warnings and actionable information, helping communities prepare adequately and mitigate the impact of floods.

The HEDA Resource Centre’s initiative represents a proactive approach to addressing the challenges posed by climate change in Nigeria, aiming to protect livelihoods and build resilience in the face of increasing flood risks.

09/02/2026

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If you are a young entrepreneur in Mzansi with a business idea but you are not sure how to begin?

This programme was created with you in mind.

has already supported hundreds of young entrepreneurs to find direction, build confidence and turn their ideas into something real.

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• Develop and strengthen your business idea
• Gain practical skills to support yourself and your family
• Learn how to navigate common challenges
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• Build resilience and belief in your potential

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09/02/2026

Happy ! Today we celebrate nature's multifunctional ecosystems.

Valuing, conserving, restoring and financing wetlands is no longer optional – it is essential to securing the foundations of life on earth.

The Convention on Wetlands