Strive Foundation Rwanda

08/07/2026

Harvest season has arrived for the Dusange'abandi Mwitera Mbere Women Cooperative in Huye District, marking another milestone in the journey toward women's economic empowerment. Early field observations indicate a promising harvest, reflecting the members' hard work, resilience, and commitment throughout the farming season. With continued support from Strive Foundation Rwanda (SFR), the cooperative is strengthening household incomes, enhancing food security, and creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for women and their families. This encouraging progress demonstrates the transformative impact of collective action, community-driven agriculture, and strategic partnerships in building resilient and economically empowered communities. Aktion Tagwerk Human Help Network Ministry of Local Government, Rwanda Rwanda Southern Province

27/06/2026

Yesterday, joined Rusizidistrict in the belated celebration of the Day of the African Child 2026, distributing sanitary pads to adolescent girls & reaffirming our commitment to child rights, dignity, education, & healthy development through collaborative community actions. Aktion Tagwerk Human Help Network Ministry of Local Government, Rwanda

23/06/2026

This achievement has been supported through targeted interventions by SFR’s field team, including technical coaching, capacity strengthening, regular monitoring, and facilitation of market linkages to ensure improved production and access to sustainable markets. Despite the challenges associated with dry-season farming, women members have demonstrated increased productivity through the adoption of smart irrigation technologies and climate-smart agricultural practices.

Maize production has improved from 8 tonnes in the previous season to an expected 12 tonnes this season, highlighting the effectiveness of adaptive agricultural approaches and strengthened cooperative management. The increased production will contribute to improved livelihoods, poverty reduction, and enhanced community resilience, aligning with Sustainable Development Goals 1 (No Poverty) and 2 (Zero Hunger).

Building on these achievements, Amahoro Cooperative aims to further enhance productivity and sustainability, targeting 20 tonnes per hectare by Season B 2027 while expanding opportunities for income generation and market participation among women farmers. Aktion Tagwerk Human Help Network Trocaire Ministry of Local Government, Rwanda

09/06/2026

How SFR'S Rural empowered Youth in Nyamasheke District are Building Their Future

In Rangiro sector of -Western Province of Rwanda, a remarkable story of youth empowerment is unfolding. What began as a small group of eight vulnerable young people with a dream of creating sustainable livelihoods has grown into a thriving cooperative of 65 youth 35 boys and 30 girls through the support of Strive Foundation Rwanda.

Recognizing the potential of beekeeping near Nyungwe National Park, these young people embraced modern apiculture as a pathway to economic independence. Through technical training, mentorship, financial literacy, and the provision of modern beehives and equipment by , they transformed challenges into opportunities.

Today, the cooperative is not only producing honey but also creating value-added products such as body lotions, diversifying income sources and strengthening resilience. Their collective efforts have enabled them to purchase land, establish a savings culture, and create opportunities for entrepreneurship among members.

This inspiring journey demonstrates that when young people are equipped with skills, resources, and confidence, they become powerful agents of change. The Abajene Tuzamurane Kamatsira Cooperative stands as a testament to the transformative impact of youth empowerment, environmental stewardship, and community-led development. Aktion Tagwerk Human Help Network

04/06/2026

04/06/2026

By strengthening food security, SFR's Women empowered members of conducted communal work to maintain the solar irrigation system following the installation of irrigation pipes and the digging of a water reservoir, ensuring it is fully operational for the upcoming farming season. The team also carried out field monitoring of rice crops approaching harvest.

Observations confirmed healthy crop growth despite recent night rains causing some rice plants to lodge. Farmers worked together to support the affected crops, and the harvest is expected around mid-June, reflecting the cooperative's commitment to sustainable agriculture and improved livelihoods. Aktion Tagwerk Human Help Network

29/05/2026

Yesterday, Strive Foundation Rwanda, in partnership with Rusizi District, joined the celebration of Umunsi Mukuru wa Malayika Murinzi at ADEPR Bugarama Sector under the theme: “Wite ku mwana wese nk’uwawe” (Take care of every child as your own).

The event brought together local leaders, development partners, faith-based organizations, and community members committed to child protection and the promotion of children’s wellbeing.

Discussions emphasized the collective responsibility of communities in ensuring every child grows up in a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.

Rusizi-District officials appreciated the contribution of partners like Strive Foundation Rwanda in supporting vulnerable children and strengthening child welfare initiatives across communities.

Aktion Tagwerk Human Help Network Rusizidistrict Western Province, Rwanda

29/05/2026

Strengthening community health through nutrition education remains a key approach in improving family wellbeing and resilience among 3-women cooperative members supported by SFR in Huye District.

Through its Women Economic Empowerment initiatives, SFR continues to conduct nutrition education sessions with cooperatives such as Amahoro ,Ingoro-Ihuje Ababyeyi and Dusange-Abandi Mwi’terambere cooperative, bringing together over 200 women and men to increase awareness on healthy feeding practices and balanced nutrition. The sessions focus on different food categories, essential nutrients found in foods, and their importance in maintaining a healthy body and preventing malnutrition and other nutrition-related illnesses.

Participants actively engage in discussions, share experiences from their households, and explore practical ways of preparing balanced meals using locally available foods. The trainings also encourage families to adopt healthier feeding practices for both children and adults, recognizing nutrition as a critical factor in improving health, energy, and productivity within households.

Through increased knowledge and active community participation, these sessions are expected to contribute to improved family nutrition, healthier households, better child development outcomes, and stronger economic productivity among cooperative members. The commitment expressed by participants reflects growing awareness of the role proper nutrition plays in building healthier, self-reliant, and resilient communities
Aktion Tagwerk Human Help Network

28/05/2026

Community engagement as a catalyst for SRHR awareness and youth protection remains at the heart of SFR’s approach in Nyamasheke and Rusizi Districts, where field teams continue to work closely with communities across different sectors like Kagano sector in Nyamasheke District.

Through participatory Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) dialogues, SFR brings together local leaders, parents, and community members to openly reflect on key issues affecting young people, including risky behaviors, limited parent–child communication, and the need for accurate information and consistent guidance within families. These sessions consistently reinforce the role of parents in creating safe and supportive environments that enable adolescents to make informed and responsible life choices.

By embedding dialogue within communities, SFR strengthens trust, collaboration, and ownership of SRHR messages, ensuring they are understood and applied at household level. The approach also empowers communities to jointly identify local challenges and develop practical, locally driven solutions that promote youth protection and well-being.

Across both Nyamasheke and Rusizi, local leaders continue to recognize SFR’s sustained community engagement strategy as a key driver in building informed, resilient, and responsible communities. Aktion Tagwerk Human Help Network