Feb 25 2014
Perspective
At the launch of The Rockefeller Foundation publication Shared Journey: The Rockefeller Foundation, Human Capital and Development in Africa, Rockefeller staff, partners and grantees came together to celebrate a lasting …
Feb 06 2014
In November 2013, The Rockefeller Foundation hosted “The Future of Revaluing Ecosystems.” This was the second in its series of high-level meetings focused on advancing inclusive economies that expand opportunities …
Food
Jan 23 2014
Press Releases
KAMPALA—Pearl Capital Partners has made its fifth investment through the African Agricultural Capital Fund. The fund, which is now two years into its investment phase, has investment commitments of $25 …
Jan 09 2014
Perspective
As the global development community grapples with an ambitious, but indisputably necessary goal—feeding 9 billion people by the year 2050—the need for an integrated approach to agriculture development has never …
Jan 07 2014
Perspective
With so many inspiring stories illustrating the incredible impact of our grantees' work, choosing just the right one for our annual report was a daunting task. But when we saw …
Oct 01 2013
John D. Rockefeller recognized in his early philanthropy even before the creation of The Rockefeller Foundation that agricultural productivity is key to increasing overall wealth and health in the poorest …
Food
Sep 20 2013
Perspective
Innovations in farming, dairy, and seed production across the continent. Dispatches from the Field: Rwanda Farmers in Rwanda are boosting productivity through agricultural training and improved seeds and fertilizers. Dispatches from the Field: …
Sep 07 2013
Perspective
Cross-posted from This is Africa. Africa accounts for less than 3 percent of global emissions, yet our continent is widely recognized to be the most vulnerable to the effects of climate …
Sep 01 2013
While the majority of the African population is heavily reliant on agriculture, the continent has lagged behind other developing regions in progressing this essential sector. Research and development specific to …
Food
Aug 31 2013
Perspective
Excerpted from This is Africa. Whether it is traditional bank lending or private equity, and from major agribusiness to microfinance, one theme stands out — a change in mindset is needed, …