Support for sustainable rural entrepreneurship around protected areas in Madagascar

Summary

GIZ is procuring support for sustainable rural entrepreneurship around seven protected areas in Madagascar, delivered across five workstreams: market-system analysis; community awareness and entrepreneurship training; incubation and acceleration support for rural businesses; improved access to markets and finance; and a model to sustain business-support services after the programme ends. The services include establishing five entrepreneurship support centres and supporting 120 entrepreneurs or micro-enterprises, with particular attention to women and young people. Key targets include awareness activities for 4,200 people, training for 2,100 people, the creation of at least 375 direct jobs, and improved market access for 350 producers.