Feed the Future Democratic Republic of the Congo Resilient Food Systems

This contract aims to enhance the income levels and nutritional status of the targeted populations in the Democratic Republic of the Congo through a comprehensive, sustainable approach centered on food and market systems. It is the primary mechanism for USAID/DRC to achieve the Feed the Future initiative's results and align with the Global Food Security Strategy Country Plan. Over a five-year period, the project seeks to reduce poverty and severe malnutrition, specifically stunting, by 20 percent within designated zones in Kongo Central and Kasai Central, as measured through baseline and follow-up surveys. The activity emphasizes promoting inclusive, sustainable agricultural practices, building resilience among communities and systems, increasing year-round access to safe and nutritious foods, and integrating cross-cutting themes into all aspects of implementation. The initiative's broad objectives focus on fostering local economic growth through agriculture, strengthening resilience, improving nutritional outcomes, and ensuring that cross-cutting issues such as gender, environment, and social inclusion are embedded in every activity. The contract, issued by USAID/DRC with solicitation number 72066025R00005, was posted in December 2024 with a response deadline in January 2024. The project is based in Kinshasa and involves key contacts including Dany Kopo and Jamie Lewis, with further details accessible through the official USAID contract portal.