According to International Finance Corporation, investments in sustainable irrigation for smallholder farmers will not only play a crucial role in relieving pressure on conventional agricultural systems but also empower smallholder farmers to produce more, become more efficient and venture into commercially viable farming models.

Recognizing the potential of these technologies, we are working with Sunculture and our watermelon farmers - like John from Kano, Western Kenya - to access the climate smart rainmaker solar irrigation kit.

Through structured financing and agronomy support, John was able to increase his yield by +50%, which had a direct impact on his household income and enabled him to pay school fees for his child. See his testimony here.