Our Projects and Causes

Agriculture Waste to Animal Feed

The Waste-to-Feed initiative is a pioneering programme aimed at addressing two critical issues in rural farming communities across Ghana: livestock nutrition and waste management. By transforming agricultural by-products and organic waste into high-quality feed, this initiative enhances livestock nutrition and considerably reduces the amount of waste that would otherwise contribute to environmental degradation.

Farmers benefit from the initiative by gaining access to sustainable and cost-effective feed alternatives, thereby boosting their livestock productivity and overall farm yields. This comprehensive approach enhances food security for local communities and aids farmers’ economic empowerment, enabling them to invest further in their operations and improve their livelihoods.

Furthermore, the Waste-to-Feed initiative promotes environmental sustainability by recycling waste materials, thereby minimising pollution and fostering a circular economy. This initiative has generated a positive ripple effect throughout the region’s agricultural landscape, encouraging collaboration among farmers, the government, and non-governmental organisations. With its emphasis on enhancing nutrition, reducing waste, and advocating sustainable practices, the Waste-to-Feed initiative stands as a symbol of innovation and hope for rural communities in Ghana, contributing to developing a more resilient agricultural sector for the future.  For collaboration and support, email info@shapelives.org 

Sustainable Agriculture Training And Livelihoods Improvements Among Women Smallholder Rural Farmers

The project Sustainable Agriculture Training and Livelihood Improvements among Women Smallholder Rural Farmers is designed to provide training to rural women farmers and equip them with the much-needed innovative skills in organic staple food farming, agricultural waste utilization to formulate animal feeds, improved household food storage and preservation systems, innovative vegetable cultivation in sacks and plastic waste containers, livestock and poultry production, and cooking methods that retain nutrition, among others.

The project adopts a holistic approach to improving food security, nutrition, and sustainable agriculture in both the short and long term for rural women in their communities. It is expected to contribute effectively and sustainably to increased agricultural production, improved food supply chains, decreased food losses and waste, and ensure that all rural women and children suffering from hunger and malnutrition have access to nutritious food year-round.

Brighter Future For Children And Youth Through Ict Training

Thousands of vulnerable children, youth, and young adults in Ghana have never used a computer, let alone received any basic training or education in ICT skills. Computer literacy is essential for success in our increasingly technological world. Poverty limits access to computers and training opportunities for children, youth, and young parents in Ghana.

The project, “Brighter Future for Children and Youth through ICT Training,” provides free hands-on computer training to deprived children aged 6 to 17 and engages them positively, helping to prevent their involvement in social vices.

The project also provides training to unemployed youth and school dropouts, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to advance in education and secure job opportunities for future careers.

Improving Nutrition With Orange-fleshed Sweet Potato

This year, we are introducing Orange-Fleshed Sweet Potato cultivation in the basic schools within the communities. This potato offers enormous health benefits and is recommended for domestic consumption. This variety of sweet potato is versatile and can significantly contribute to food security and improved health. Below are some of the health benefits:

  1. Helps prevent Vitamin A deficiency
  2. Improves digestion
  3. Aids in weight gain
  4. Treats inflammation
  5. Boosts the immune system
  6. Helps treat bronchitis
  7. Reduces arthritis pain
  8. Treats stomach ulcers
  9. Prevents dehydration
  10. Helps control diabetes

We invite you to share your comments and any additional benefits.