Call For Proposals: Prosperous Farmers, Resilient Ecosystems and Self-Reliant Communities - Serving People & the Environment

ICENECDEV a Member and Partner of the African Climate Action Initiative (ACAI) and Representative in Central Africa for Investment Fund to Empower Smallholder Farmers and Strengthening Communities enabling farmers to Access high value Markets, Adopt Climate Smart-Friendly Practices and Protect Biodiversity. The Fund is awarded in the form of a loan to SMEs, cooperatives, Social enterprises, and for-profit NGOs based in 101 member countries. These entities must have been in operation for at least three (3) years and demonstrate relevant experience and expertise in the agriculture, agrifood, fisheries, and forestry sectors.

Consortium proposals are accepted.

Note: Audited and certified financial statements are required for the applicant organization.

PRIORITY PROJECTS FOR SMEs, COOPERATIVES, AND SOCIAL ENTERPRISES IN GABON, CONGO, THE DRC, EQUATORIAL GUINEA, THE CAR, AND CAMEROON.

1. Agroforestry and the development of Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFPs)
Enterprises involved in the collection, local processing, and export of high-value-added products such as shea butter, shade-grown coffee, wild honey, and medicinal or cosmetic botanicals (e.g., Moabi oil).

2. Production of eco-friendly charcoal (biochar) and green briquettes.

• Production units for eco-friendly charcoal briquettes made from agricultural waste (cocoa pods, palm nut shells, and sawdust from FSC-certified sawmills).
• The Fund to be awarded Range from $300,000 to $ 2 Million
• Deadline to Submit Project Proposal 26th October 2026.

Find the attached call for Proposal