SUDEF – Building ethical, export-ready value chains from Western Kenya

Sustainable Development Forum (SUDEF) works with communities, cooperatives, and partners to commercialize indigenous produce, strengthen livelihoods, and promote responsible trade.

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Who We Are

Sustainable Development Forum (SUDEF) is a Kenyan NGO based in Webuye, working across Western Kenya to build ethical, export-ready value chains that improve livelihoods and strengthen local economies. Our work focuses on:

Ethical trade and social compliance
Indigenous value chain development
Training and capacity building
Market access and partnerships

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Why It Matters

Why our work matters: SUDEF bridges these gaps by combining local knowledge with international standards to create resilient, ethical supply chains.

Smallholder farmers face limited access to structured markets

Indigenous crops are under-commercialized despite high demand

Ethical and social compliance standards are increasingly required for export

Communities need sustainable income opportunities, not short-term aid

WHAT WE STAND FOR

Our Pillars

SUDEF’s work is guided by four key pillars that define how we support communities, build ethical value chains, and connect local producers to sustainable markets. Each pillar represents a core area of impact, from training and compliance to market access and partnerships.

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Where We Work

SUDEF operates across Bungoma, Kakamega, Siaya, Homabay, Kisumu, Migori, Kisii, Nyamira, Vihiga, and Busia counties, with a focus on indigenous fruits and vegetables. Our programs prioritize inclusive growth, youth participation, and ethical sourcing from smallholder farmers.

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