Lipa na Chai is a finance platform that aims to support tea farmers by providing them with easy and convenient access to financial services. The platform allows tea farmers to securely make financial transactions like paying for utility bills, access airtime, and make electronic payments for goods and services using their green leaf kilo balances based on a predetermined conversion rate.
Overall, Lipa na Chai aims to empower tea farmers by providing them with the financial tools and resources they need to succeed in the agricultural sector as well a assisting them in their day to day needs. By leveraging technology and innovation, the platform simplifies financial transactions and promotes financial inclusion for tea farmers in Kenya.
Empowering Smallholder Farmers
SDG 1 (no poverty) and SDG 2 (zero hunger) Lipa na Chai seek to eradicate poverty and hunger regionally. By working with smallholder farmers and providing them with access to resources, training, and fair prices for their tea, the industry can help lift them out of poverty and improve their livelihoods.
Gender equality:
SDG 5 (gender equality) Women play a crucial role in tea cultivation and processing. Efforts to empower women in tea-growing communities, provide them with equal opportunities, and address gender-based discrimination can help drive positive social change and improve the overall sustainability of the industry
Climate Action
SDG 13 (climate action) is particularly relevant to the tea industry, as climate change poses a significant threat to tea production. Many companies are implementing strategies to reduce their carbon footprint, invest in renewable energy, and adapt to the changing climate to ensure the long-term sustainability of tea production.