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Stories, insights, and more from our work around the world.

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problem: All Problems

From tackling post-harvest loss to unlocking resilience in smallholder farmers, Acumen’s 2024 investments offer bold strategies to overcome East and West Africa's toughest challenges and drive lasting change.

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problem: Agriculture

Wami Agro, a new Acumen investee under the Trellis initiative, is pioneering innovative agricultural solutions in Ghana to improve the livelihoods of smallholder farmers, reduce poverty, and strengthen food security.

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problem: All Problems

Philanthropy has rarely been more critical to building the world we know is possible. Here are four guiding principles from our Director of Philanthropy to help shape your giving this year.

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problem: Agriculture

The cocoa sector is in crisis, with years of exploitation and climate challenges driving volatile prices and threatening the future of smallholder farmers. Six experts share their bold ideas for transforming the value chain and creating lasting change.

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problem: Agriculture

Hear from Acumen and ARAF investees (and our resident cacao connoisseurs) on how to be more conscious with your chocolate choices. We talked to Emily Stone of Uncommon Cacao, Tim McCollum of Beyond Good, and Alejandro Gomez of Cacao Hunters about the upcoming holiday.