Feed the Future (FTF) Mali Sugu Yiriwa, ‘prosperous market’ in English, is a United States Agency for International Development (USAID) funded five-year activity aimed at strengthening agricultural market systems in the Delta Zone through market-driven, inclusive, nutrition-sensitive, and agriculture-driven economic growth. Since its inception and design, the Activity has always aimed to put leadership and ownership in the hands of local actors that will carry forward the work after the Activity’s close in January 2026.
The Sanchay Sathi mobile application represents a significant advancement in the digital empowerment of Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) in Bangladesh. Focused on the challenging environments of the char and haor regions, the app supports over 2000 VSLA groups, aiding in financial inclusion and economic enhancement through digital record-keeping and management. Read More
This brief discusses the Commonlands initiative in Uganda, which aims to modernize land rights and financial accessibility for rural communities. By leveraging digital tools and community-based verification systems, the program seeks to enhance land security and provide access to credit, empowering marginalized groups, particularly women. Read More
This brief highlights CARE Sierra Leone's partnership with MiKashBoks to enhance the efficiency and security of Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) through digital tools. The initiative focuses on improving financial management, digital literacy, and secure transactions, particularly benefiting women in rural communities by transitioning from manual to digital financial practices. Read More