Inauguration of Farmers Market Nairobi: A New Era for Local Agriculture

Capital FM

The first authentic farmers' market in Nairobi was inaugurated at Rosslyn Square Luxury Mall, Red Hill Road. This marked the second market established as part of the Mediterranean and African Markets Initiative (MAMi), funded by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. The first market was launched in Alexandria, Egypt, on October 26, 2024. The initiative was implemented by CIHEAM Bari in collaboration with the World Farmers Markets Coalition and supported by the Campagna Amica Foundation by Coldiretti. The Italian Embassy in Nairobi, with Ambassador Roberto Natali, played a crucial role in bringing this project to fruition. The market represented a significant step toward creating a network of farmers' markets across Africa and the Mediterranean, involving countries such as Egypt, Tunisia, Lebanon, Kenya, and Albania. The project aimed to promote sustainable production and consumption models, strengthen ties between farmers and citizens, and ensure positive impacts on local communities.