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The month in pictures: July
Explore AKF’s work around the world this month
“The mangrove forest belongs to the community”: Working with nature to protect livelihoods and boost climate resilience
On World Mangrove Day, learn how AKF is partnering with civil society organisations in Kenya to protect these natural climate solutions
In pictures: Silk Road Bazaar 2023
Bigger than ever, AKF’s Silk Road Bazaar once again took over Canopy Market in the heart of London
From crisis to resilience: the journey towards recovery after COVID-19 in Eastern Africa
Learn about the impacts of the AKDN East Africa COVID-19 Response Programme, funded by the European Union
Unlocking entrepreneurial potential in the Kyrgyz Republic with the World Bank
Read Mendayim’s story
Empowering young changemakers: illuminate inspires future careers in international development
AKF's illuminate programme welcomes 40 students to explore future careers in international development
The month in pictures: June
Explore AKF’s work around the world this month
Pakistan floods: AKF partners with Bank Alfalah to provide critical health services to flood-affected communities
Bank Alfalah’s donation will enable AKF to continue to support communities to rebuild their lives after the disaster
Threads of resilience: Maisaa’s courageous tale of triumph over adversity in Syria
Read Maisaa's story
Dawa: A recipe for a sustainable future
'Dawa' – meaning medicine in Swahili – is how smallholder farmers in Kenya are referring to the sustainable regenerative agriculture products they're learning to use from AKF-trained Green Champions.