Wed, 26 Apr 2017 11:56:45 +0000 Funders looking for smart ways to deliver aid By SHEILA SAKUPWANYA THE International Development Enterprises (IDE) has pledged its commitment to increase the incomes and wellbeing of Zambian small scale farmers through innovative and affordable market-based products and services. IDE global chief executive officer Tim Prewitt observed that the emerging smart funders and social investors were tired of traditional aid and were now looking for innovative, nimble solutions that delivered return on investments. Speaking at the Lima Link media briefing recently, Mr Prewitt said his organization believed in the power of business to fight poverty. “Working with entrepreneurs, small businesses, farmers, multinational businesses, and governments in leveraging growth and create business opportunities for some of the poorest people on the planet in a bid to fight poverty,” he said. Mr Prewitt said the IDE’s global vision for 2020 was to make large, lasting increases to the incomes and well-being […]
