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In the market economy, the best among us come out on top and reap all the rewards. It’s almost as if it were a law of nature. But in nature, which market Darwinism bases itself on, chance and selection are only the first act of the story. Things get more exciting when individuals or species learn to cooperate.
How can global trade be made fairer? Sharing is an effective tool. We share our sales with family farmers and our profits with customers, investors and employees.
We have been active in Burkina Faso since 2001. Here you can find a selection of articles about our work on the ground and the situation in the country.
We have been active in Greece since 2013. Here you can find a selection of articles about our work on the ground and the situation in the country.
We take a holistic approach and measure what we achieve. Our 2019 report comes with new graphics and more details than ever before.
Two million people depend on humanitarian aid; over half a million are refugees. Attacks and assaults, people injured and dead, a third of the country is not under state control. Life in Burkina Faso has become more dangerous. Yet we’re staying put.
The coronavirus crisis has us firmly in its grip. At gebana, the virus has affected us in different ways. We’re working from home, direct shipping sales have increased, and in the South, a reduced number of people are working in processing, for safety reasons. Each day, we adapt to the situation and try to make the best of it.
Burkina Faso's healthcare system has been weak for years. Right now, no one knows how this system will cope with the coronavirus. But there's still some good news.
When trade flourishes, countries can develop and economies can grow. This leads to a variety of offerings that are adapted to consumer needs. Production, supply chain, distribution – the entire system becomes more efficient, thus increasing prosperity. So why change the rules of trade? Because wealth is unevenly distributed and we as consumers cannot see the whole picture.
Since 2016 data on sustainability are an integral part of our yearly report. In the table below you can see all the relevant figures.
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