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Project – Nakuru County - COLLABRAINS
Project Update: Collaboration with ARC Kenya CBO in Nakuru County
We are pleased to share an update on our collaborative project with ARC Kenya Community Based Organisation (CBO) in Nakuru County. This intervention is designed to support the growth and development of ARC Kenya CBO itself, while also spurring growth in poultry farming within the Mengai West Ward.
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Training on Organization Growth and Development:
As part of the intervention, we have been providing training sessions focused on organizational growth and development to members of ARC Kenya CBO. These sessions cover various aspects such as strategic planning, financial management, governance structures, and networking strategies to enhance the capacity and effectiveness of the organization.
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Revitalizing Poultry Farming:
A key objective of the intervention is to address the decline in poultry farming in Mengai West Ward, which has experienced a significant decline of more than 80% in the past two years. To tackle this challenge, we are implementing innovative solutions that leverage the use of black soldier flies for the degradation of organic waste from the market and nearby learning institutions.
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Generating Poultry Feed and Organic Manure:
By utilizing black soldier flies to degrade organic waste, we aim to reduce the burden on landfills and simultaneously generate valuable resources for poultry farming. The larvae of black soldier flies serve as an excellent source of protein-rich poultry feed, while the resulting organic manure can be used to enhance soil fertility and productivity.
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Community Engagement and Sustainability:
Throughout the project, we are actively engaging with members of ARC Kenya CBO and the local community in Mengai West Ward to ensure their active participation and ownership of the intervention. This includes sensitization campaigns, participatory workshops, and collaborative decision-making processes to foster a sense of ownership and sustainability.
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