Dilulu today released its 2024 Annual Report, documenting a year of significant growth and deepening impact across seven African countries. The report highlights programme expansions, new partnerships, financial transparency, and stories from the communities at the heart of our work.

"2024 was a year that tested our resilience — and proved it. From droughts in the Sahel to floods in East Africa, our communities showed that sustainable practices are not just ideals; they are survival strategies." — Divok di Mapang, Founder & Executive Director

By the Numbers

The report presents key metrics from Dilulu's programmes in 2024:

  • 42 new community gardens established, bringing the total network to 212 active gardens
  • 28 new school partnerships launched, adding to 55 existing school garden programmes
  • 3,200+ families directly served through garden training and support
  • 15 indigenous seed varieties preserved through our community seed bank network
  • 120 training workshops conducted across seven countries, reaching 5,600+ participants
  • €185,000 in donations received, with 82% directed to programme activities

Programme Highlights

Kenya: The school garden network expanded from 35 to 55 partner schools, with the launch of a peer-to-peer training model where experienced school garden coordinators mentor new ones. Student participation in garden activities increased by 40% year-over-year.

Senegal: Dilulu Senegal conducted 45 community workshops on composting and natural living, with a particular focus on women's groups in rural areas around Thiès and Kaolack. A new partnership with the University of Dakar's agriculture faculty brought student interns into our programmes.

Gabon: Our flagship composting programme diverted an estimated 180 tonnes of organic waste from landfills into productive garden compost. The Libreville community garden network grew to 15 sites, with produce sales at local markets generating supplementary income for participating families.

New Countries: Feasibility studies and partnership development were completed in Tanzania and Uganda, laying groundwork for programme launches anticipated in 2025.

Financial Transparency

Dilulu remains committed to full financial transparency. The annual report includes a detailed breakdown of income and expenditure, independently reviewed. Of every euro donated, 82 cents went directly to programme activities, with the remainder covering essential administration and fundraising costs.

"Our donors trust us with their resources, and we take that trust seriously," said Andréane Levesque-Kombila, Program Director. "Every garden, every workshop, every child reached is accounted for."

Looking Ahead to 2025

The report outlines priorities for the coming year: programme launches in Tanzania and Uganda, development of a formal certification pathway for community garden educators, expansion of the seed bank network to 20 sites, and a new focus on urban gardening programmes in response to rapid urbanisation across the continent.

Read the full report: The complete 2024 Annual Report is available for download as a PDF from our Resources Library. Printed copies can be requested by emailing [email protected].

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