RevolutionizingAgriculture in Africa
Deploying innovation in agricultural products to combat environmental damage, reduce post-harvest losses, and improve the quality of life for smallholder farmers.
Our Mission
To help small-scale farmers reach markets more easily by using technology to manage the production process. This will create a smooth and effective agricultural system for everyone involved.
Our Vision
To create a food system that is environmentally sustainable and eliminates any loss or waste after harvesting.
About Dawadawa Impact Initiative
Dawadawa Impact Initiative (DII) is a social enterprise that empowers farmers to build resilience to climate change. We are a team of inspired social entrepreneurs revolutionizing agriculture in Africa by deploying innovation in agricultural products in the farm-to-table food system.
Designed to combat environmental damage, reduce climate change effects, and decrease post-harvest losses by advocating for regenerative farming. We provide farmers with practical tech solutions to increase productivity and improve their quality of life.
Regenerative Farming
Advocating for sustainable practices that restore soil health
Farmer-Driven
Technologies tailored to the needs of smallholder farmers
Innovation
Practical tech solutions to increase productivity
Products & Solutions
Innovative agricultural technologies tailored to the needs of smallholder farmers, from farm to table.
Eco-Solar Freezers
Solar cold storage extending produce shelf life, curbing food waste. Reduces post-harvest fresh produce losses by 90%. Each unit reduces up to 16.5 tonnes CO₂/month.
90% loss reductionEno Kobi Organic Fertilizer
Flagship product made from food scraps. Reduces greenhouse gas emissions by up to 27% per acre. Innovative barter system for farmers without means to purchase.
27% emission reductionObaatan Pa Solar Dryers
Solar-powered food dryers that dry grains to appropriate moisture levels, preventing aflatoxin and mold. Strengthens farmer resilience to climate change.
Aflatoxin preventionGye Nyame Hermetic Storage Bag
Three-layer hermetic bag to store grains without chemicals for 2+ years. Allows farmers to sell in off-season at 2-3x market price.
2-3x price premiumAkuafo Grain Moisture Meter
Tests humidity of 7 crops including corn, rice, soybeans, sorghum, millet, and groundnut. Prevents post-harvest losses and aflatoxin formation.
7 crop typesSustainable Warehousing
Secure storage until farmers are ready to sell at optimal prices, maximizing returns and reducing waste throughout the supply chain.
Optimal pricingDaakye Solar Irrigation Pump
Affordable solar irrigation for year-round crop growing. Future-proof against unpredictable rainfall and drought conditions.
Year-round growing
Measurable Change, Real Lives
From the farm to the table, we are creating lasting impact across Africa's agricultural landscape.
Reduction in Post-Harvest Food Waste
People — Food Security Contributed
Smallholder Farmers Income Increased
Hectares Under Sustainable Practices
Tonnes CO₂ Saved Annually
Tons of Produce Saved from Spoiling
“27,000 farmers have benefited from Eno Kobi fertilizer — yields increased from 1.5 to 3 tons per hectare, with costs reduced by 30%.”
Contributing to the UN SDGs
Our work contributes to 10 of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Meet the Team
A dedicated team of social entrepreneurs driving agricultural transformation across Africa.
Lilian Sika Afreh
Agricultural Finance Specialist
15 years in banking and agriculture. BSc Economics (GIPA), PG Diploma in Business Administration. Agricultural finance specialist.
Roseline Osei
Business Development Manager
Rural logistics, distribution, and commercial strategy expert. Extension team leader working directly with farmers in the field.
Elizabeth Asante
Sales & Strategy
Marketing student at Koforidua Technical University. Sales and strategic business planning. Founded Kyerewaa Farms poultry farm.
Blessing Boateng
Marketing & Communications
10+ years marketing and communications strategist across West Africa. GIMPA graduate. Advocate for women in agribusiness.
Dr. Kwame Kyei
Co-Founder & Market Systems Specialist
Medical doctor and organic farmer. Market systems specialist connecting smallholders to the global supply chain.
Kwaku Kyei
Agriculture Project Management
LLM in International Trade Law (ITCILO). 15+ years in agriculture project management. Passionate farmer supporting food security and regenerative cropping.
More Solutions on the Way
International Farmers Exchange Program
Connecting farmers across borders for knowledge sharing and best practices.
Contract Farming
Providing farmers with guaranteed markets and stable incomes through structured agreements.