Women-Led Agriculture

Empowering Women Farmers Across Africa

Akulima connects women farmer groups to fair market buyers, creating sustainable livelihoods and economic independence.

Women Farmers
12,450+

Active across 28 counties

Income Growth
42%

Average increase since 2022

Market Access
248

Women-led farmer groups

Value Transacted
KES 86.4M

Last 12 months

Measurable Impact for Women in Agriculture

Transforming lives through sustainable market access and fair prices

100% Women-focused
Impact data updated monthly
Financial Inclusion
87%

Women with new financial access

23% from last year
Household Nutrition
62%

Improved family nutrition

18% from baseline
Education Investment
74%

Increased children's education

31% from baseline
Sustainable Practices
92%

Adoption of sustainable farming

27% from last year

UN Sustainable Development Goals Alignment

SDG 1

No Poverty

SDG 2

Zero Hunger

SDG 5

Gender Equality

SDG 8

Decent Work

SDG 10

Reduced Inequalities

SDG 12

Responsible Consumption

Market Insights for Ethical Buyers

Quality produce at fair prices while supporting women farmers

Top Products Market Trends

Tomatoes
Price Trend↑ 12.4%
KES 3,850 per crate
Volume Available320 MT
Women Producers48 groups
Kale (Sukuma Wiki)
Price Trend↑ 5.2%
KES 35 per bundle
Volume Available580 MT
Women Producers72 groups
Potatoes
Price Trend↓ 8.3%
KES 4,800 per bag
Volume Available248 MT
Women Producers56 groups
Onions
Price Trend↑ 15.7%
KES 2,850 per bag
Volume Available185 MT
Women Producers38 groups
Buyer Impact Metrics
How your purchases directly support women farmers

85%

Of your purchase goes directly to women farmers

100%

Traceable to specific women farmer groups

3.2x

Social return on investment multiplier

Women Farmer Group Success Stories

Join hundreds of women-led producer groups already thriving on our platform

Farmer Earnings Trends
Average monthly earnings per woman farmer (KES)

Average Monthly Earnings

KES 6,883

Per farmer

42% increase in women farmer earnings since 2022
Join as a farmer group
Nakuru Women's Cooperative

"Since joining Akulima, our 78 members have seen a 53% increase in income. We've been able to invest in better seeds and equipment, and many of our women have opened their first bank accounts."

Jane WanjikuGroup Chairperson
Tomatoes & Kale
Member since 2022
Machakos Women Farmers

"The transparent pricing on Akulima has transformed our business. Our 64 members now know exactly what buyers are willing to pay, and we've eliminated exploitative middlemen completely."

Grace MutuaGroup Secretary
Onions & Potatoes
Member since 2021
Kisii Women's Alliance

"The WhatsApp integration has been revolutionary for our 92 members. Even those without smartphones can check prices and communicate with buyers. Our sales volume has increased by 78%."

Sarah NyabokeGroup Treasurer
Bananas & Avocados
Member since 2023

Platform Features

How Akulima empowers women in agriculture

For Women Farmers
Key benefits for women producers
  • Direct market access
  • Better prices for produce
  • Group selling power
  • WhatsApp integration
  • M-Pesa payments
For Ethical Buyers
Advantages for produce purchasers
  • Source directly from women farmers
  • Consistent quality produce
  • Transparent pricing
  • Bulk purchasing options
  • Delivery coordination
For Impact Donors
Benefits for funding partners
  • Transparent impact metrics
  • Real-time data dashboard
  • SDG alignment reporting
  • Field visit coordination
  • Customized impact reports

Join the Movement for Women's Economic Empowerment

Partner with Akulima to transform women's livelihoods across Africa