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Lemida Africa

Growing a sustainable Africa

Regenerative. Resilient. Equitable. Inclusive.

We uplift smallholder farmers, youth and women — equipping communities with the tools, knowledge and market access to thrive in harmony with the environment.

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Accountability

Annual Report 2025

A full account of what changed for households this year — income, yield, quality, inclusion and resilience, tracked at the farm gate.

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Women in the market comparing produce

Our cause

A future where sustainable agriculture drives prosperity and resilience

By fostering equitable access to markets, promoting regenerative farming practices and advocating for supportive policies, we build an inclusive Africa that balances economic growth with environmental preservation.

From the field

Stories of impact

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Cooling changes everything

A cooling plant in Nyandarua cut rejected milk from 14% to under 3%, lifting monthly payouts for 320 dairy farmers.

Soil first, yields follow

Cover cropping and composting on 600 smallholder plots raised maize yields by a third within two seasons.

Young buyers, fair prices

A youth-run aggregation hub now links 180 horticulture growers directly to Nairobi retailers.

From the field

Moments from Kericho County

Field programmes in action — trainings, farmer groups and local partners across Kericho County.

Field Programmes Across Kericho County
Field Impact

Field Programmes Across Kericho County

Lemida Meeting with the County Government of Kericho and the Facilitators
Government Relations

Lemida Meeting with the County Government of Kericho and the Facilitators

Facilitators in Kericho Receiving Reflectors from FAO
Local Leadership

Facilitators in Kericho Receiving Reflectors from FAO

FFS Training at Torochmwai Women in Coffee
Capacity Building

FFS Training at Torochmwai Women in Coffee

FFS Training – Umoja Development Group, ALVS Value Chain
Capacity Building

FFS Training – Umoja Development Group, ALVS Value Chain

Itoik VSLA Dairy VC FFS Training
Capacity Building

Itoik VSLA Dairy VC FFS Training

FFS Training – Umoja Development Group, ALVS Value Chain
Capacity Building

FFS Training – Umoja Development Group, ALVS Value Chain

Coffee Farmers in Kericho
Community Reach

Coffee Farmers in Kericho

Koitaburot Women Group Coffee Farmers
Community Reach

Koitaburot Women Group Coffee Farmers

Quarry Dairy SHG
Community Reach

Quarry Dairy SHG

Kericho, Kamugenik Tea Buying Centre
Community Reach

Kericho, Kamugenik Tea Buying Centre

Kamugenik Community Development Group
Local Leadership

Kamugenik Community Development Group

Kiptesot - Kapkures SHG Hosts Mr. Mbatha, Our FP Mr. Ngeno, Madam Joyce and Our SP
Local Leadership

Kiptesot - Kapkures SHG Hosts Mr. Mbatha, Our FP Mr. Ngeno, Madam Joyce and Our SP

Set Kotes and Community Duty Trainings on Wednesday and Thursday Respectively
Local Leadership

Set Kotes and Community Duty Trainings on Wednesday and Thursday Respectively

Training – Satellite Group
Behind the Programme

Training – Satellite Group

Training Materials Received at the Kericho Office
Behind the Programme

Training Materials Received at the Kericho Office

Tulwap Setkotes Training
Behind the Programme

Tulwap Setkotes Training

Thematic areas

What we focus on

Food Security

Stronger local food systems — better inputs, post-harvest handling and nutrition.

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Education Empowerment

Skills, digital literacy and vocational pathways for youth and women.

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Community Development

Cooperatives, savings groups and inclusive local economies.

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Environmental Sustainability

Climate-smart farming, watershed care and clean energy adoption.

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Our initiatives

Programmes in the field

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Dairy Value Chain

Dairy Value Chain

Milk quality, cooling and farmer earnings.

Regenerative Agriculture

Regenerative Agriculture

Soil health and climate-smart practice.

Market Access

Market Access

Aggregation, buyers and fair pricing.

Capacity Building

Capacity Building

Farmer training and extension support.

Farmers in a training session

Tracking towards our commitment

We track what changes for households: income, yield, quality, inclusion and resilience.

See our full impact

12,400+

Farmers trained across three countries

68%

Average income increase in dairy cohorts

3

Countries: Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania

Content hub

Latest from Lemida Africa

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June 2026

Why milk quality is a livelihoods issue

Rejected milk is lost income. What cooling, testing and training actually change for a dairy household.

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April 2026

Regenerative practice without the jargon

Five practices smallholders can adopt this season, and what each one costs in labour and cash.

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February 2026

Youth are not a target group

Designing agribusiness programmes with young people as operators rather than beneficiaries.

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Call to action

Partner with us to grow resilient rural economies

Whether you fund, build, buy or advise — there is a place for you in the work.

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LUKE SIMAM

Finance Manager

As Lemida Africa's finance manager, Luke Kinyor Simam brings knowledge of organizational governance, strategic planning, and financial management. He is dedicated to enhancing financial accountability and creating robust financial systems that, via honesty, openness, and prudent resource management, support the organization's long-term viability.

Luke has established a solid career in financial management in both the public and private sectors. He is skilled in financial reporting, donor fund management, budgeting, compliance, and strategic financial planning. Given his expertise, he possesses the capacity to support informed decision-making, increase the organization's financial resilience, and provide excellent financial monitoring.

Prior to his current role, Luke served as an Accountant at Strategic Atelier and held finance positions at the Kenya Roads Board and the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC). These roles strengthened his expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and financial analysis, equipping him to support Lemida Africa's commitment to accountability, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.

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Jane Wakaimba

Director of Operations

Jane Wakaimba provides strategic leadership in strengthening the organization's operations, systems, and programme delivery to advance sustainable development. With extensive experience in operations management, programme administration, grants management, donor compliance, and institutional strengthening, she plays a pivotal role in ensuring operational excellence, fostering strategic partnerships, and supporting impactful initiatives that promote sustainable agriculture, climate resilience, environmental stewardship, and the economic empowerment of women, youth, and rural communities.

Jane has built a distinguished career leading operations and programme management across government, diplomatic, and international development institutions. Through senior leadership roles, including Director – Information & Media Relations at the Office of the President, Senior Grants Manager at Rural Women Peace Link, Program Manager at the Kenya Parliamentary Human Rights Association, and VSU at the Australian High Commission, she has consistently strengthened organizational systems, enhanced stakeholder collaboration, and supported the successful delivery of high-impact programmes.

Jane holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Strathmore University and has undertaken professional training in grants management, devolution, project management, and organizational leadership.

She is passionate about building efficient systems, fostering collaboration, and strengthening organizational capacity to deliver sustainable, community-driven solutions that create lasting impact.

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Margaret Rugut Kibogy OGW

Executive Director

Margaret Rugut Kibogy OGW is a seasoned executive whose leadership has strengthened public institutions, advanced agricultural transformation, and fostered partnerships that improve livelihoods. Margaret previously served as the Managing Director of the Kenya Dairy Board, where she spearheaded transformative reforms that strengthened the dairy sector.

Margaret holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Nairobi and has continually strengthened her executive leadership through advanced professional development programmes. These include the Advanced Management Programme (AMP) at Strathmore University, the Strategic Leadership Development Programme at the Kenya School of Government, the Agribusiness and Post-Harvest Management Programme, and Advanced Technology for Dairy Livestock Farms training at the Galilee International Management Institute, Israel.

Her outstanding contributions to leadership, governance, and agricultural transformation have earned her numerous national and regional recognitions, including the Safe Homes Safe Spaces Award, Agricultural East Africa CEO of the Year, Runner-up, Women on Boards CEO of the Year Award, and the prestigious Order of the Grand Warrior (OGW) Presidential Award.

Margaret has served as a Board Member of Eldoret Water and Sanitation Services Company, Chairperson of the Kenya Credit and Debit Card Association, Board Member of Restore a Dream Africa, and Board Member of CPF Group Uganda. Through these leadership roles, she has contributed to strengthening corporate governance, advancing institutional strategy, and promoting sustainable development across diverse sectors.

Driven by integrity, transparency, innovation, and servant leadership, Margaret remains committed to empowering communities, fostering strategic partnerships, and positioning Lemida Africa as a catalyst for sustainable transformation across the continent.

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Shilda J Bor

ADMIN MANAGER

Shilda J Bor brings together HR administration, project coordination, and operations management into a career built around one through line: making organizations run better so their work can reach further. Across the private and nonprofit sectors, she has strengthened teams and systems in agriculture, community development, and food security programs.

Her project management background shows up in the details — coordinating partnerships, streamlining office operations, and keeping programs on track from planning through delivery. She has a particular interest in agricultural and food security initiatives that build sustainable livelihoods, and in the operational groundwork that makes those programs succeed.

Outside her day-to-day role, Shilda is invested in leadership development, women's empowerment, youth programs, and innovation in agriculture. She approaches her work with a people-first mindset, pairing strong organizational instincts with a steady commitment to integrity and impact.

At the core of it: she believes good leadership and well-run organizations are how communities actually change for the better.

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