“Hidden hunger” is a form of undernutrition affecting millions of people in sub-Saharan Africa. Caused by micronutrient deficiencies, it has been linked to numerous health and development issues. Food fortification is a cost- effective strategy for addressing hidden hunger, helping people to access the nutrition they need.

TNS Large Scale Food Fortification supports food companies across 8 countries to improve their capacity to produce and sell fortified foods for local markets, working to ensure that people receive the nutrients they need to lead happy and productive lives.

IGNITE will develop the critical matchmaking mechanism that will enable the program to effectively and efficiently ensure the flow of Technical Tailored Assistance (TTA) from Strategic Fortification Partners (SFPs) to target food processors.
Through regular meetings and established communication channels, we will then operationalize the PPP structure, working with SFPs to develop TAA platforms and services, implement sector-wide trainings (SWTs) and other initiatives to build processor motivation and technical capacity
In alignment with the above elements, the Resource Kit will provide materials to support implementation across program geographies and staple food processing sectors, including workshop agendas, slide decks, sample business case templates, and audit templates

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Where are we working?

Over the course of implementation, IGNITE will mobilize multiple public-private partnerships, delivering self-sustaining programs across 8 priority geographies: Bangladesh, Ethiopia, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Tanzania. Of these countries, India, Kenya, and Nigeria serve as the operational hubs.

IGNITE will provide technical assistance to more than 100 staple food producers per year (specifically Edible Oil, Flour, and Rice mills), who will be capacitated to fortify their food to new and existing fortification standards, leading to quantified, trusted Sustainable Relevant Coverage

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The IGNITE Framework

IGNITE will enhance the motivation and capability of food processors in the target countries through TA that facilitates long-term behavior change. Technical assistance will address gaps in technical capacity while building trust, securing buy-in, and conveying key messages about the economic and social benefits of incorporating fortification practices

TTA Case Studies

The provision of Technical Assistance, implementation of recommendations, and subsequent hands-on aftercare have proven to be a significant pathway to drive fortification performance and provide an opportunity to apply practical solutions aimed at enhancing overall production. Through the Strengthening African Processors of Fortified Foods (SAPFF) Program, TechnoServe was able to engage with 111 food processors with 66 ultimately going on to receive Customized Technical Assistance.

Sector-wide Trainings (SWTs) serve a dual purpose to (1) identify and subsequently help close knowledge and technology gaps, and (2) to build a pipeline of companies for further customized engagement while providing a platform to network amongst industry stakeholders. The opportunity to collaborate with Buhler’s African Milling School (AMS) allowed for intensified engagements with the program clients. AMS has also modified its standard curriculum to enhance the fortification-related content of all the millers trained in their facility, with far-reaching improvements across the continent.

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Why is Large-Scale Food Fortification an Effective Intervention in Addressing Malnutrition?