Food Security | Helvetas

Partnering for Peace in Fragile Contexts

The executive director of the Ethiopian Institute of Peace shares three lessons for creating strong partnerships.

Written by Ephrem Taye - 06. May 2026

Localization is More Than a Buzzword: It’s a Shift in Power

Helvetas systematically approaches partnerships to ensure they’re equitable, sustainable and locally led.

Written by Ayatullah Al-Mamun - 04. May 2026

How the Blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is Emptying Plates

The Strait of Hormuz is blocked: How does this affect countries in the Global South?

Written by Madlaina Lippuner, Marion Petrocchi, Rebecca Vermot - 23. April 2026

Nutrition Lessons Foster Female Enterprises in Tanzania

Improved family nutrition is an integral part of sister projects in Madagascar and Tanzania that combine women’s livelihood opportunities and sustainable environmental management.

Written by Jane Carter, Agnes Mahembe, Visitantuli Pilyson, Maxmilian Saku - 22. April 2026

“Nature Belongs on Corporate Balance Sheets”

An interview with WEF Co-Chair André Hoffmann on biodiversity and the role of business

Written by Nathalie Cadot, Rebecca Vermot - 15. April 2026

Beneficial Insects and Pests

Agriculture depends on biodiversity, yet it is also its greatest adversary. Helvetas’ work in Laos, Ethiopia and Mozambique demonstrates that it doesn’t have to be this way. After all, healthy, species-rich ecosystems provide a better foundation for life for all people.

Written by Iris Nyffenegger - 13. April 2026