The Regional Advisory Information and Network Systems (RAINS), has welcomed a delegation from the GLFxChapter in Dowa, Malawi, for a four-day exchange visit aimed at fostering collaboration and sharing experiences.The visit featured a series of workshops and field engagements with local communities in Northern Ghana.The exchange visit provided an opportunity for participants to engage in meaningful discussions and hands-on activities in two key communities-Bidima and Kpachelo-where sustainability and livelihood projects are being implemented by RAINS.At Bidima, the GLFx team met with women involved in beekeeping, a booming enterprise within the community.
Discussions during the visit focused on sustainable beekeeping practices, proper hive management, and ways to access markets for honey and other bee-related products.The women beekeepers shared their success stories, while the visitors raised important questions about challenges and opportunities in the sector.In Kpachelo, the delegation interacted with local farmers to gain insights into the crops cultivated in the region and traditional farming methods.
The dialogue centered on enhancing productivity through sustainable agricultural practices that could help farmers adapt to the unpredictable climate, thereby improving their yields.The exchange visit is seen as a significant step in strengthening ties between RAINS and the GLFx Chapter from Dowa.
Both organizations reaffirmed their commitment to sustainable development and empowering local communities through the sharing of knowledge and expertise.Executive Director of RAINS, Hardy Tijani said the visit afforded the two organizations the opportunity to address environmental conservation and livelihood sustainability. "We are delighted to have hosted our partners from the GLFx Chapter in Dowa.