Ojanna Foods and Produce

ojannafoods.com/

Funding Stage: Early stage

Country: Tanzania

Award: Participant

"Solar-Dehydrated Eco-Beans: Energy-Efficient Solution"

Ojanna Foods and Produce is an innovative social enterprise committed to advancing energy-efficient food solutions in Sub-Saharan Africa. By introducing Eco-Beans, a solar-dehydrated, pre-cooked bean product, Ojanna drastically reduces traditional cooking time from 3 hours to just 30 minutes. This breakthrough cuts the reliance on charcoal and firewood, reducing deforestation and indoor air pollution while promoting sustainable energy use. Ojanna’s mission is to make clean, affordable energy accessible to all, aligning with SDG 7 by promoting energy efficiency and supporting the transition to renewable energy. The company also empowers women, schools, and households by providing time-saving, eco-friendly food products. With partnerships across local markets and distributors, Ojanna aims to expand its impact, creating jobs, improving food security, and ensuring a greener future through sustainable practices in both energy and food production.