Catalytic transformation for Africa to thrive
Our vision is for Africa to thrive

Our work

We partner with communities and funders to strengthen the assets, opportunities and systems that create lasting pathways to thriving.

Self-sufficiency

Communities have the assets and capabilities to meet their basic needs, strengthen their livelihoods and sustain progress with reduced reliance on external support.

Commercial viability

People and enterprises have the assets, capabilities and market access to generate income, grow economic activity and retain greater value locally.

Thriving

People have the foundation and opportunities to shape their own futures, with stronger livelihoods, greater economic agency and pathways for lasting progress.

How we work

Our work is guided by the Dynamic Development Continuum (DDC), our asset-based framework connecting humanitarian response, long-term development and social enterprise in a single, integrated pathway towards thriving.

How we measure progress

We assess progress towards self-sufficiency through the Sustainable Livelihoods Index, which measures interconnected household and community assets across five capitals. For programmes focused on commercial viability, we systematically track measures such as revenue, profitability, employment, repayment performance and sustained market participation, and are in active development of a Commercial Viability Index.

How we partner with communities

Plan A starts with the community: its context, priorities, strengths and opportunities. Plan A+ brings ForAfrika’s experience, technical expertise and resources alongside that plan, strengthening what already exists and helping turn local priorities into practical, lasting progress.

How we partner with funders

We partner with funders who share our belief in Africa’s potential and the strength of its communities. Together, we combine funding and expertise with locally led priorities, ForAfrika’s experience and measurable approaches to impact, creating investment that can deliver lasting value.

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