TomatoDry
TomatoDry is a social enterprise based in Benin that aims to combat post-harvest losses and food waste by transforming fresh tomatoes into high-quality dehydrated tomato powder. Through an innovative and sustainable dehydration process, TomatoDry extends the shelf life of tomatoes while preserving their nutritional value, providing farmers with a reliable market for their produce and consumers with an affordable, long-lasting […]
Rosemary Adongo
Rosemary is a graduate of Arts with Education in literature and English at Makerere University from the college of education and external studies. She is born in Northern Uganda hence Ugandan by nationality aged 25 years. She is a very passionate, hard-working, visionary and optimistic lady. Her love for humanity is always evident in her […]
Godfrey Akol
Godfrey is a dedicated researcher and laboratory technologist with hands-on experience in executing various research projects and internships, including one at Kisenyi Health Center IV under KCCA’s program. He is currently a research fellow intern at Makerere University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, Animal Resources, and Biosecurity. A passionate advocate for public health, youth empowerment, climate […]
Hog4Education Uganda
Hog4Education Uganda is a venture which equips youth in Angopet cell, Bazaar ward Kumi Municipality with knowledge and skills in pig farming to obtain funds to support their education. The youth will be supported with startup piglets and the proceeds will be used for paying tuition.
Birtukan Feyisa Megersa
Birtukan Feyisa, from Ethiopia, studies at EARTH University in Costa Rica. She attended the Baobab Summit 2022 and participated in Mastercard Service Days, aiding small farmers, and serving the community. Birtukan’s passion for sustainable agriculture and empowering communities drives her studies and her dedication to making a meaningful impact. She aspires to be a catalyst […]
Charles Muiruri
Charles Munga is a driven and multifaceted third-year student at EARTH University, renowned for his exceptional leadership and dedication to academic and extracurricular pursuits. As an active student leader, he plays a pivotal role in the school’s electoral council, fostering a democratic and inclusive environment on campus. Beyond his administrative responsibilities, Charles also finds time […]
Anthony Mbunju
Meet Anthony Ilalio Mbunju, a highly influential leader and Mastercard scholars’ representative at EARTH University. His tenure at the university has left a remarkable impact, fostering integration among scholars. Beyond the campus, Anthony’s dedication to giving back to society is evident through his greenhouse project, co-founded with fellow EARTH students. This initiative has already generated […]
Green Waste
Green waste is resolute or rather dedicated to producing a cheap organic Biofertilizer incorporated with Mountain Microorganisms to effectively improve soil quality and increase crop production mainly for local farmers in Tanzania. The Biofertilizer is composed with mainly 2 vital products which are completely organic Organic waste and Mountain micro-organisms.
Yohannes Bimrew Simegn
Yohannes Bimrew is an agricultural science and natural resources management student at EARTH University in Costa Rica. He is deeply passionate about social entrepreneurship and sustainable agriculture. Fueled by his mission to develop innovative solutions in rural areas, Yohannes focuses on projects that promote sustainable agriculture and empower rural communities by providing them with innovative […]
Mekdes Tikuye
Mekdes is an Ethiopian studying agricultural science at EARTH University in Costa Rica. As a MasterCard Foundation scholar, she is committed to making a positive impact in the agricultural sector. Mekdes is a co-founder of Eshet, a social venture dedicated to empowering smallholder farmers in Ethiopia. Eshet aims to provide farmers with access to training, […]
