Sommalife

The Shea Belt Journal's 9th Edition is shining a light on the new EU regulations and what that means for traceability in the agro-commodity market. Let's dive in. #EUregulation #Traceability #Fairtrade #SBJ #Sommalife

What an unforgettable journey! Sommalife was an honored prize winner in the Growth Stage at the #EntrepreneurshipWorldCup, standing out among over 15,000 applicants from around the globe. This recognition fuels our mission to support women farmers in West Africa and drive sustainable development. Thank you, Global Entrepreneurship Network, for the opportunity to share our story with the world! 🌱🏆 #GlobalImpact #AgriInnovation #EWC2025 #Sommalife

At Sommalife, we are redefining how Farmer Support Services are delivered by implementing innovative solutions that truly change lives. 🚀🌱 Our operations in northern Ghana are designed to empower women farmers with the resources and opportunities they need to uplift their livelihoods and secure financial independence that lead to sustainable development in their communities. . . . #WomenEmpowerment #Sustainability #AgriInnovation #RuralDevelopment #Sommalife

Reflecting on the exciting partnership we established with Wangara Green Ventures! 🎉 This collaboration has been instrumental in accelerating our impact, allowing us to support more women smallholder farmers in rural farming communities across northern Ghana🌍💡. Our partnership is driving sustainable development, empowering farmers, and promoting climate-smart agricultural practices. Together, we’re building stronger, more resilient communities. Thank you, Wangara Green Ventures, for your continued belief in our shared vision for a better future!  🌱 #WomenEmpowerment #AgriTech #RuralInnovation #Sustainability #Sommalife

🎉 Some more exciting news on our partnership with GSMA - Mobile for Development 👇 We are teaming up with MTN Ghana to bring financial inclusion to thousands of women smallholder farmers in northern Ghana, enabling seamless digital payments and creating greater transparency across the shea value chain. Together, we are empowering rural communities and creating opportunities for these hardworking women to access international markets. Thank you, MTN Ghana and GSMA, for your commitment to this impactful journey! 🌍

Explore the 8th edition of the Shea Belt Journal with us as we dive into how digital inclusion can become a catalyst for rural prosperity, especially among smallholder farmers. #digitalinclusion #sdg1 #nopoverty #sbj #sommalife

It is great to see the impact the Sommalife team is making and I am happy for the continued support of the Rabo Foundation! Here is our 2023 impact in a nutshell: * Empowered 13,800 farmers by connecting them to fair markets, securing a 22% price premium above local prices👩🏾🌾 * Engaged 33,370 women in Ghana and Burkina Faso, providing vital resources, training, and market access 🌍 * Implemented income diversification programs, including pre-financing for crops like soybeans and corn 🌾 * Promoted environmental conservation by planting bio-divers trees, such as shea trees, and training farmers in sustainable practices 🌳 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eV_nzquV Excited for the upcoming season! 

🌱 Join Our Amsterdam Team! Marketing and Communication Internship 🌍 Are you passionate about making a difference? Than this is the opportunity for you! Sommalife is looking for new talent to join our team in Amsterdam. We are a Dutch-Ghanaian social startup looking for a talented Marketing and Communications Intern starting in September. We are looking for someone with a passion for social impact, strong communication skills, creativity and a hands-on mentality. Read more about the position and how to apply:

Sommalife it was my pleasure! Your products are incredibly high quality, beautifully packaged and a testament to your hard work. Thank you to International Trade Centre Ye! Community and the innovation lab colleagues like Adriana De Oro (she/her) for highlighting why #MSMEs from developing countries are creating some of the most innovative and interesting products using natural ingredients Barbados Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade

We are excited to present some highlights from Sommalife’s participation at the Gift Back for the Friends of ITC Lunch with the Geneva-based Ambassadors. It was an honor to have Matthew Wilson, the Ambassador of Barbados to the United Nations, appreciate our shea products. Our shea commodities are the pride of West Africa, crafted by the hands of resilient women farmers. These remarkable women are the driving force behind a $2.7 billion industry, bringing the finest quality shea products to the world. Through Sommalife’s support, they are able to fully commit to excellence and sustainable practices that bring the rich, natural goodness of shea to the global market. Seeing the interest and appreciation from international leaders like Ambassador Wilson reinforces the impact of our mission at Sommalife. We are committed to empowering these incredible women farmers and continuing to drive positive change through sustainable and ethical business practices. Thank you to the International Trade Centre and Ye! Community for recognizing and supporting our efforts. Together, we can continue to create lasting, positive impacts. #WomenEmpowerment #SustainableShea #GlobalTrade #Sommalife 🌍💪