Integrated rural development approach

Our intervention areas

APDIK works at the intersection of agriculture, livestock, peace, environment, gender and community media to strengthen the resilience of South Kivu populations.

Sustainable agriculture

Development of agricultural value chains, participatory action research, agriculture-livestock integration, agricultural intensification and market organization.

Livestock and One Health

Improving livestock feeding, animal health promotion, genetic improvement and an approach linking human, animal and environmental health.

Peace and reconciliation

Peaceful coexistence, transformation of conflicts between herders and farmers, transhumance management and peacebuilding.

Natural resources

Protection of fragile ecosystems, reforestation, agroforestry, anti-erosion systems, improved stoves and biogas promotion.

Gender and women leadership

Promotion of gender in rural areas, defense of women and children rights, decision-making power and women participation in local initiatives.

Media and peace

Community radio, awareness broadcasts, social cohesion messages and multimedia center serving communities.