This FAO project report highlights food security challenges in urban Kenya, driven by rapid urbanization, declining agricultural land, and climate change. The project focused on food systems governance and innovations to improve nutrition and local entrepreneurship.
• Key Achievements:
• Food Liaison Advisory Groups (FLAGs) established in Nairobi and Kisumu.
• Food retail mapping conducted to enhance market access.
• Digital interactive food market portal launched in Nairobi.
• Microgardens established in schools, benefiting 5,456 children.
• Training provided to 1,644 individuals on urban agriculture, livestock farming, and food waste management.
• Impact:
• Strengthened local food governance.
• Improved food security in urban areas.
• Promoted sustainable food systems and entrepreneurship
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