Did you know that the shea tree's dead or green wood is utilized for building, fuel, and charcoal production?
Outside of the winter season, the modest charcoal trade provides a source of income for the locals. Walnut shells and oilcakes are also utilized as fuel.
Sustainability
Mali Shi completely supports the mission of sustainable development for a nation that ranks 182nd out of 188 on the 2018 United Nations Human Development Index.
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” By Margaret Mead
“Without environmental sustainability, economic stability and social cohesion cannot be achieved.” By Phil Harding
“We have a duty to care for the environment.” By Lailah Gifty Akit
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” By Margaret Mead
“Without environmental sustainability, economic stability and social cohesion cannot be achieved.” By Phil Harding
“We have a duty to care for the environment.” By Lailah Gifty Akit
Mali Shi x Sustainability
For many rural African women, shea cultivation is the sole source of income. The benefits they obtain from shea account for 80% to 100% of their income; capital gains because they enable them to satisfy their children's demands for food, health care, and school supplies.
According to the Global Shea Alliance (GSA), the shea value chain employs around 16 million African women directly or indirectly.
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, which was accepted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, is a collaborative endeavor for peace and prosperity for people and the planet today and in the future.
The 17 Sustainable Development Goals are at the heart of our initiative, and they constitute an urgent appeal for all countries—developed and developing—to join a global partnership for action.
These objectives underline the need to eradicate poverty and other deprivations in tandem with measures aimed to:
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Improve education and health.
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Reduce disparities.
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Encourage economic growth.
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Protect the woodlands.
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Reduce actions that contribute to climate change.
MALI SHI WORKS ON DIFFERENT LEVELS OF INVOLVEMENT:
Oilcake fuelization
The processing of shea kernels into butter generates a substantial quantity of oilcake, which is as valuable as fuel and replaces the need for wood in the processing of shea kernels into butter.
Slowing the rate of rising deforestation
Mali Shi and its partners have undertaken a nationwide push to revitalize the shea park. This tree's seedlings will be planted in three municipalities in southern Mali. The idea is to economically empower women while also combating desert expansion.
Our Commitment
Mali Shi works across several fields to create a positive social and environmental impact.
Socio-Economic Impact
Environmental Impact
Shea Land Conservation And Protection
Our Commitment
Mali Shi works across several fields to create a positive social and environmental impact.
Socio-Economic Impact
Environmental Impact
Shea Land Conservation And Protection