Explore our latest stories, news, and insights on how irrigation is reshaping lives across sub-Saharan Africa.

Bracing for El Niño’s weather extremes

Meteorologists are forecasting one of the strongest El Niño events in decades, with more than 18 million people across East and Southern Africa at risk of hunger. This World Food Day, read what farmers are telling us about conditions on the ground.

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Discover what farmers built in 2025: Read KickStart’s Annual Report 

KickStart’s latest report highlights the progress, partnerships, and farmer-led impact driving lasting change.

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Irrigation with a KickStart water pump helped Victor grow these vegetables and earn $116 a week.

One rented pump, five plots: How Victor built a $116-a-week farm

Data confirms irrigation as one of the top drought-resilience tools

Steady growth in South Sudan: how Moses built year-round income

From a bucket to five acres: How Linda built a breakthrough agribusiness

From pump to profit: Agribusiness for conservation and farmer success

How irrigation strengthens health, nutrition, and peace of mind

How Rosemary turned hardship into harvest—and a secure future

Farming sparked Joshua’s second act: guiding new growers

‘Rent to Try & Buy’: How farmers are driving change with flexible irrigation

From striving to success: Ben Blasto’s career as an irrigation agent

‘Youth in Pump Business’: how young entrepreneurs are transforming farming

Tripling crop cycles in Tanzania: Grace’s story

Alice’s irrigation journey: Finding independence in community

Esther’s farm: A look at how irrigation supports growth

Irrigation in action: KickStart International’s 2024 Annual Report