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Yvonne Philip and her daughter Promise in Chiradzulu, Malawi

A New Partnership for Africa's Smallholder Farmers

One Acre Fund and the Global Innovation Fund launch a new partnership to build customized solutions for boosting crop productivity and fighting hunger in Sub-Saharan Africa.

17 Feb 2017

Surviving on Sand

When a months-long drought wiped out this year’s crops, Mary sought a new opportunity.

7 Feb 2017

Capping Off Our First Decade: 2016 in Review

As we cap off our first decade and enter into the next, we’d like to look back at a few of the highlights from 2016.

13 Jan 2017

Why Strong Government Relations Are Key at One Acre Fund

Janina Schnick, a One Acre Fund government relations manager, discusses our approach to working with governments.

11 Jan 2017

Staff working on their laptops at the One Acre Fund Nairobi office

One Acre Fund 2017 Careers Webinar

Each webinar will feature firsthand experiences from members of our team and a Q&A session to address your questions.

4 Jan 2017

Finding Your Career Passion Close to Home

Why aren't more young professionals from developing countries pursuing a career in international development?

23 Nov 2016

What You Need To Know Before Applying To One Acre Fund

We take pride in having an extremely diligent vetting and interview process, because our farmers deserve the very best service.

20 Nov 2016

How One Acre Fund Job Training Takes Careers To The Next Level

Career development and education are a big part of One Acre Fund – we’re constantly striving to help our staff learn and grow.

14 Nov 2016

Anne Malemba of One Acre Fund prepares her land with other farmers

Enrollment Opens For One Acre Fund Farmers in Kenya for 2017

Announcing enrollment for smallholder farmers to join One Acre Fund in Kenya in 2017.

28 Sep 2016

Turning the Tables in Tanzania

Kija hoped to provide a better life for her children, so she pursued the training she needed to succeed.

16 Sep 2016

From Beans to Bachelor's Degrees in Burundi

Four years ago, Pascaline Ntangyungwi heard news that promised to change her agricultural practices and possibly more.

16 Aug 2016

5 Tips For Strengthening Your One Acre Fund Application

Some of the most essential things you can do to increase your chances of getting an interview for a role with One Acre Fund.

8 Aug 2016

Andrew Youn Delivers A TED Talk

Our co-founder and Executive Director Andrew Youn delivers a talk titled "3 Reasons Why We Can Win The Fight Against Poverty."

6 Jul 2016

Why Field Visits Are Crucial For Our Team

One Acre Fund recruiter Grace Twesigye sheds light on how non-field based staff stay connected to our mission.

27 Jun 2016

Why Growing Trees Makes Perfect Sense for Smallholder Farmers

Growing trees can offer an incredible return on investment for our farmers in just a few years.

27 Jun 2016

Jake Goldberg and Jennie Calhoun Kenyan Wedding

How Young Professionals With Kids Can Build a Career In International Development

Two One Acre Fund leaders share how mid-career professionals with kids can still build happy careers in international development.

17 Jun 2016

Gates Foundation Scientist: Pulses are a Game-Changer

Dr. Jeff Ehlers tells us what actions the development community can take to harness the power of pulses.

10 Jun 2016

Mediatrice Musabyemariya repayment close up

One Acre Fund's Progress Towards Sustainability

The more sustainable we become, the fewer donor dollars we need per farmer to support our operations.

8 Jun 2016

Press Release: Tubura Announces Open Enrollment for Farmers in Rwanda