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Social enterprises driving global change on World Food Day

Every year on 16 October, World Food Day highlights important topics such as food waste, sustainable agriculture, biodiversity, and the challenges faced by fishing communities — all in an effort to combat climate change. This year's theme is "Hand in Hand for Better Foods and a Better Future”. It's the perfect opportunity for us to shine a spotlight on the incredible efforts of social entrepreneurs, who are making everyday life better for so many people and how they're creating a more sustainable and inclusive world.

ENZI

ENZI

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High-end shoe production and sales, supporting workforce development and employee livelihood in Ethiopia

ENZI manufactures high-end footwear in Ethiopia that seeks to challenge global perceptions of Africa through its manufacturing and design.

30%
Location
Ethiopia

Programme
East Africa Accelerator
in partnership with Acumen

Website
enzi.com

Produced by local artisans, ENZI invests in training for the staff and looks to develop the whole value chain. It aims to showcase Ethiopia’s leather qualities and its approach as a replicable model for Africa to do the same with its commodities.

 

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We have had a great product and story from the start. The path to scaling was a bit vague for me. This program has shown me the clear steps I need to take, and given me the tools to achieve them.

Azariah Mengistu, CEO