World Vision Ghana Signs MoU with Six Partners to Implement THRIVE 2030
World Vision Ghana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with six strategic partners to implement the Transforming Household Resilience in Vulnerable Environments (THRIVE 2030) programme.
The official signing took place at the organisation’s head office in North Kaneshie, Accra. The agreement unites VisionFund Ghana, Farm Concern International, Ghana Commodity Exchange, Fairtrade Africa, Pangea Africa, and Esoko.
Each partner contributes specialised expertise towards a shared goal: empowering vulnerable households and communities to build sustainable livelihoods and ensure child well-being.
The THRIVE 2030 programme aims to address the root causes of poverty by fostering inclusive market systems, driving digital transformation, and promoting economic empowerment in rural and peri-urban areas of Ghana. The programme aims to equip families with the knowledge and tools to adapt to economic and climate-related challenges.
Speaking at the MOU signing, Jean-Claude Mukadi, Interim National Director of World Vision Ghana, said that the partnership is more than just a document.
“This partnership is more than just a document; it is a united front to move ‘Everyone, Everywhere, Out of Poverty’ by 2030,” Jean Claude Mukadi noted.
The programme is centred around four core pillars:
- A Biblically Empowered Worldview: shifting mindsets and laying the groundwork for exiting poverty.
- Savings for Transformation: fostering financial inclusion through community savings groups.
- Inclusive Market Knowledge and Access: supporting value chain development.
- Finance Accelerated Savings Group Transformation (FAST): expanding access to microfinance and encouraging entrepreneurial growth through innovation and digital solutions.
Each partner plays a vital role in the initiative. For example, World Vision Ghana will oversee implementation and provide strategic guidance, while VisionFund Ghana will offer microfinance services, including loans and climate insurance for vulnerable caregivers.
Farm Concern International will focus on market systems development and training, and the Ghana Commodity Exchange will provide agricultural producers with digital trading access.
Fairtrade Africa will promote ethical trade practices and sustainability, while Pangea Africa will support entrepreneurs through mentorship and business development programmes. Esoko will deliver real-time agricultural advice and market information via mobile technology.
The key innovations driving THRIVE 2030 include the iMKA platform, which offers real-time market insights and enterprise support; mobile-based digital advisory services to mitigate climate risks; financial products tailored to rural communities; and data-driven decision-making tools to guide implementation and impact assessment.
The next phase of the partnership involves drafting a detailed Statement of Work (SoW), which will outline joint activities, timelines and responsibilities. Implementation partners will also collaborate on shared learning systems and monitoring frameworks to promote transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Through THRIVE 2030, World Vision Ghana and its partners are translating a shared vision into tangible actions, paving the way for a future in which every child, family and community can flourish.
