AKDN works in both rural and urban areas of Madagascar. We support agricultural production and access to markets for farmers, boost nutrition for households, assist with climate adaptation and offer access to finance for the most isolated and vulnerable residents.
His Highness the Aga Khan
Antananarivo, November 2007
Agriculture and Food Security
80,000
Over 80,000 smallholder rice farmers have increased their yields since 2005
We have tripled rice production in our programmatic areas since 2005, helping to end the hungry season between harvests. We help farmers to diversify their crops and reach markets. We promote conservation agriculture techniques to mitigate the impact of climate change.
Microfinance
695,000
PAMF-Madagascar disbursed more than 695,000 digital loans in 2021
The Premiere Agence de Microfinance (PAMF-Madagascar) aims to reach the population not served by the banking sector - more than 90 percent. We have established community-based savings groups in two of Sofia’s districts to promote access to basic financial services.