Looking to partner with the leading AgriTech company that is ensuring access of risk mitigation solutions vy Smallholder Farmers across Africa? Link up with our COO, Stella Kimani at the #AFSForum2024 in Kigali, Rwanda for insights on our impact so far and how we are doubling the agri-insurance uptake every year through digital inclusion to improve #FoodSystems. Ewan Wheeler Hope Murera ZEP-RE (PTA Reinsurance Company) AGRA Olga Speckhardt Richard Leftley Dr. (h.c.) Nelson Kuria OGW, MBS, F.IoDK George Njoroge
ACRE Africa
Insurance
Nairobi, Nairobi 8,269 followers
As a service provider, our primary approach is through two main products 1. Weather Index Insurance 2. Advisory Products
About us
ACRE Africa, the brand name of Agriculture and Climate Risk Enterprise Ltd. (ACRE), links farmers to insurance products so that they can confidently invest in their farms. Since inception, over 1 Million farmers in Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda were insured from a variety of weather related risks & livestock diseases through products we designed. ACRE Africa is not an insurance company, but rather a service provider working with local insurers and other stakeholders in the agricultural insurance value chain. The ACRE Africa team undertakes risk assessment, product development and risk monitoring to facilitate access to insurance products for smallholders. With tailored micro-insurance products, farmers can confidently invest in quality inputs, increase their productivity and access agricultural loans.
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http://www.acreafrica.com
External link for ACRE Africa
- Industry
- Insurance
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Nairobi, Nairobi
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2009
- Specialties
- Agriculture insurance, Livestock Insurance , Weather Index Insurance, and Climate Advisory Services
Locations
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Primary
Lower Kabete Road
Springette Properties
Nairobi, Nairobi 00100, KE
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Gisimenti, Airport Road
Kigali, Kigali 00100, RW
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Barclays House, Ohio Street
4th Floor
Dar es Salaam, Dar es Salaam 00100, TZ
Employees at ACRE Africa
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Richard Leftley
Digital Insurance Pioneer / Founder / Non-Exec Director
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Stella Kimani
Agriculture Last-Mile Delivery Strategist | Strategic Business Management | Programme and Project Management | Operations Management
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Vincent Mwendwa
Enterprise Business Analyst & A Seasoned Product Owner
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Jean Eyase
Communications Specialist | Knowledge Management | Story telling and Impact documentation| Norec Fellow
Updates
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Our CEO, Ewan Wheeler is attending the AFS Forum in Kigali, Rwanda. We look forward to interacting and sharing insights on our innovations and how we are adopting technology to transform #FoodSystems by ensuring accessibility and affordability of agricultural insurance products by smallholder farmers in Sub Saharan Africa! #AFSForum2024 #AfricanFoodSystems AGRA Stella Kimani Olga Speckhardt Hope Murera Richard Leftley Dr. (h.c.) Nelson Kuria OGW, MBS, F.IoDK
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Last week, our Country Manager Niza M. Banda, and Masembe Chiti, Assistant Key Account Manager at ZEP-RE (PTA Reinsurance Company), had the pleasure of paying a courtesy call to the Honorable Eng. Peter Kapala, Minister of Fisheries and Livestock in Zambia. The discussions centered around pulling synergies through key partnerships to amplify our impact and drive sustainable growth. We highlighted on the DRIVE livestock project that has been successfully implemented in the Horn of Africa, aimed at derisking farmers affected by drought. We also discussed our active participation in the Farmer Input Support Programme (FISP), which has resulted in payouts to smallholder farmers during the just ended drought period in Zambia. We expressed our willingness to collaborate with the Ministry on ongoing projects in livestock development and aquaculture. Our existing products are designed with flexibility, allowing us to customize them to meet the unique needs of various stakeholders, including farmers and pastoralists. We look forward to exploring potential synergies with the Ministry to further support and enhance the livelihoods of those in the agricultural sector. #PPPs #Partnerships #AgricultureInZambia #Resilience
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This week, in partnership with Mercy Corps AgriFin we launch a new program in Tanzania dubbed, Mkulima Imara. This initiative is designed to equip farmers with essential knowledge about agricultural insurance, making it easier for them to access and manage insurance through digital systems. With Mkulima Imara, farmers can now benefit from streamlined premium payments and claims processing. The program not only focuses on insurance but also provides access to valuable services, including best agricultural practices and credit facilities. The targeted value chains include maize, paddy, and sorghum, as well as cash crops such as cotton and sunflower. Our first training session was held this week in Tabora region, and we’re excited to roll out to other regions, including Mbeya and Ruvuma. #Agriculture #Insurance #DigitalSolutions #FarmerEmpowerment #ACREAfrica #Tanzania #MKULIMAImara Christopher Mazali Hinayat Shahar Meshack Michael
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In the current world where digital solutions are taking center stage in addressing challenges facing farmers, ACRE Africa is building a dedicated Technical Department. We're bringing together Software Developers and Digital Solutions experts to focus on digital innovation and optimizing user experience. This aligns with ACRE’s goals of enhancing digital inclusion in the ever-evolving #AgriTech space. Meet KIPROP KIMUTAI, the latest member on the team!
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Over 350 million Tsh. in Insurance payouts delivered to farmers affected by excessive rainfall in Tanzania through our collaboration with NBC Bank in the NBC #Shambani program to provide Agricultural Insurance for farmers. The payment handover took place at the #NaneNane Farmers' Day celebrations, in the esteemed presence of the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Samia Suluhu Hassan, alongside key stakeholders including the Minister of Agriculture, the Managing Director of NBC Bank, the Managing Director of National Insurance Company, the Registrar of Cooperative Societies, and our Country Director ACRE Tanzania, Christopher Mazali. This milestone reinforces our commitment to offering innovative and affordable insurance solutions that safeguard farmers against climate-related risks, while enhancing their access to financial services. Join us in our mission to empower farmers with the protection they deserve. Explore partnership opportunities with ACRE Africa today! #Agriculture #Insurance #FarmersDay #NaneNane #ClimateResilience #FinancialInclusion #Impact #Sustainability
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What is the value proposition of the #microinsurance #products you design? At ACRE Africa, we deploy digital inclusion to ensure that these products pay when they are to supposed pay! The success of microinsurance lies in the end users understanding the product and trusting the process. #Accessibility, #Affordability and #timely #claims are a priority. Listen in as Niza M. Banda shares more. #HappyFamersDay as we create a competitive future for you!
Global Social Impact & Inclusive Insurance Consultant | Fractional C-Suite Profit & Impact Changeagent Rainmaker | Cultural Anthropologist
How can microinsurance schemes payout when they need to while also remaining profitable as an insurer? There are a lot of misconceptions around insurance companies, especially with so many qualified claims that are denied or receive massively delayed payouts. Microinsurance differs because quick and accurate payouts are priority, not only for short-term social impact, but for long-term sustainability. The more insurers can establish themselves as credible within communities, the more easily they can scale in the future. Every year will vary on profitability, but having a client for an extended period of time can help balance between their premium and payout ratio over the long run. Niza M. Banda of ACRE Africa and Mulenga C Mutati FIA of Gralix Actuarial Consulting explain this and other microinsurance concepts in their extended discussion: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gsPmA4SZ Read More: 📚 https://lnkd.in/gcWSNQty ------- 🔔 I’m Cytandra G. Hoover, follow me for actionable human-centered solutions at the intersection of impact, inclusion, and profit. #SocialImpact #FinancialInclusion #Microinsurance #Insurance
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On this #FarmersDay2024 in Zambia, we recognize the incredible contribution of farmers who continue to feed the nation despite facing unprecedented challenges. This year, Zambia is experiencing its driest agricultural season in over 40 years caused by the El Nino effect. This has led to significant crop losses, livestock deaths, and increasing poverty. At ACRE Africa, we are committed to supporting our farmers through innovative #agricultural #insurance solutions that provide a safety net to over 800,000 farmers against such devastating impacts. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dS-Ee2uA Partner with us to impact more households. #farmersday2024 #resilience #climatechange Niza M. Banda Milimo Haazele Ewan Wheeler Farid Keya Stella Kimani
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In partnership with Zambia Cooperatives Federation (ZCF) and AGCO Corporation, our team in Zambia is at Martin Richenhagen Future Farm in an event that is aimed at reviving the capacity of co-operatives in Zambia. As Zambia is commemorating the #FarmersDay, our Regional Manger, Southern Africa, Niza M. Banda will be sharing on our integrated risk mitigation solutions and how agricultural insurance is paramount in shielding farmers in Zambia from unpredictable climate risks.
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Are you an insurance professional, claim handler, broker, financial institution, donor, farmer, government official, or extension service provider working within the agricultural industry? Join us for a comprehensive training course on Area Yield Index (AYII) and Multi-Peril Crop Insurance (MPCI) products. This free webinar will cover fundamental concepts, operational mechanisms, and the practical aspects of designing, underwriting, and claims administration for AYII and MPCI programs. 📅 Dates: 13th – 14th August 2024 📍 Platform: ZOOM 🔗 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/diUhgMqm Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your understanding of these agricultural insurance solutions. #AgricultureInsurance #AYII #MPCI #ClimateAdaptation #Webinar ZEP-RE ACADEMY SYOVA SEED PRIVATE LIMITED CRDB Insurance Company APA Insurance Limited BRAC Agro Consortium (U) Limited National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) IRA Kenya