About
Welthungerhilfe (WHH) is a leading international humanitarian and development non-governmental organization, committed since 1962 to the sustainable fight against hunger and poverty. Present in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) since 1997, WHH focuses its interventions mainly in the east of the country, particularly in North Kivu and South Kivu, in a context marked by persistent armed conflicts, recurrent climate shocks and limited access to food and energy resources. The DRC is currently experiencing one of the most severe food crises in the world. According to the CPI 2025, nearly 28 million people are acutely food insecure (Phase 3 or more), including 3.9 million in emergencies (Phase 4). The territories of Masisi and Idjwi are among the most affected areas, with more than 90% of households affected by food insecurity. This situation is aggravated by massive population displacements, a high prevalence of gender-based violence and increased pressure on natural resources, permanently weakening host communities.
Areas of Expertise
Feasibility study for the SAWA KIVU project: development of sustainable small enterprises in the agri-food sector among young people in Goma Nyiragongo, Masisi, Lubero, DRC.Final evaluation of the project: Empowering young people in Goma and its surroundings to develop sustainable small agricultural enterprises
Current Projects
Feasibility Study Sawa Kivu Project: Sustainable Energy, Sustainable Livelihoods and Resilient Ecosystems for a Greener Future in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Overall Objective The overall objective of this feasibility study is to comprehensively assess the technical, economic, organizational and operational viability of the SAWA KIVU Project, in order to determine the conditions for its effective implementation and support informed decision making about its launch. Through this analysis, the study aims to assess the extent to which the project is able to contribute sustainably to the socio-economic and environmental stabilization of rural communities in the territories of Masisi and Idjwi, by coherently integrating sustainable energy solutions, inclusive livelihoods, and resilient resource management natural, adapted to local realities and post-conflict dynamics. Specific objectivesSpecifically, the feasibility study aims to:Analyze the technical feasibility of the proposed solutions for the recovery of organic waste (biogas, compost, ecological briquettes), taking into account the available technologies, their adaptation to the local context and their potential for scalingup.Evaluate the financial risks, technical, organizational and operational issues related to the implementation of the project, as well as their potential impact on the achievement of the expected results, and propose appropriate mitigation measures.Analyze local and regional demand for products from sustainable waste management, and assess their potential impact on livelihoods, job creation, economic inclusion of youth and women, and reduction of energy poverty.Identify the human, technical, financial and institutional resources necessary for the implementation of the project, as well as the key stakeholders, with particular emphasis on the involvement of local actors, youth and women.Define measurable performance and success criteria to assess the impact of interventions related to the biogas ecosystem, sustainability environmental, social inclusion and resilience of beneficiary communities.Analyze the organizational, technical and financial capacities of prospective local partners, their level of project ownership, existing coordination mechanisms as well as the capacity building needs necessary to ensure effective and sustainable implementation.Identify the main factors of vulnerability and resilience of food systems and livelihoods to shocks and stresses (conflict, climate change, insecurity, degradation of natural resources, malnutrition) .Examine existing institutional, governance and coordination frameworks at national and local levels (state structures, sectoral ministries, clusters and coordination platforms), to ensure alignment of the project with policies and coordination mechanisms in place.Analyze the integration of cross-cutting dimensions such as nutrition, gender, youth, localization and environmental sustainability, consistent with the principles of agroecology and sustainable development.
Results & Achievements
Report: Feasibility study for the SAWA KIVU project: development of sustainable small enterprises in the agri-food sector among young people in Goma Nyiragongo, Masisi, Lubero, DRC.Report: Final evaluation of the project: Empowering young people in Goma and its surroundings to develop sustainable small agricultural enterprises