In Kiteto District, Tanzania’s Manyara Region, Martha Matia co-owns Eben Sunflower Oil Mills Limited, a business that exemplifies how women can overcome traditional barriers in agribusiness.The company produces cooking oil while creating employment opportunities for women and linking small-scale farmers to larger markets.

Historically, women faced challenges in scaling operations and accessing modern processing tech, but the FEGGE project provided critical support, including a sunflower oil refinery machine.This investment boosted production capacity, enabling expansion and improved product quality.Martha’s success highlights how targeted investments in women-led enterprises yield broader economic benefits.The company now employs over 1,000 small entrepreneurs as suppliers, ensuring steady raw material supply.

By empowering women in agro-processing, Eben Sunflower Oil Mills reduces post-harvest losses, adds value to agricultural products, and strengthens local economies.

Martha’s story underscores the transformative impact of supporting women entrepreneurs, creating lasting community benefits through job creation and sustainable growth.