PROJECT

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Summary of Advisory Services Project Information

Project Number

604788

Primary Business Area

Environment, Social and Governance

Disclosure Date

Aug 15, 2022

Country

Kenya

Region

Africa

IFC Approval Date

Aug 24, 2021

Status

Completed

Estimated Total Budget

$783,232.00
(Project budget includes all project-funded activities)

Last Updated Date

Nov 16, 2025

Project Estimated Start Date

Aug 15, 2021

Project Estimated End Date

Jun 30, 2024

Project Description

Sourcing2Equal Kenya will help companies increase women’s participation in access to markets via corporate procurement corporate by reducing gender gaps in the supply chain. The partnership with companies will see them each make at least two commitments to advance gender inclusive sourcing strategies. The companies will access best practices and other learning resources through their participation in the Peer Learning Platform (PLP). At firm-level, IFC will also support companies to identify opportunities to increase sourcing from women-owned businesses. To deepen market-level understanding and awareness of the business case for gender equality in corporate procurement in Kenya, IFC will publish research in this area. These measures will foster an enabling environment for gender equality, and promote women’s participation in the corporate value chains.

Development Results

E&S Risks / Impacts and Mitigation