Sustainable trade
We believe that fair and sustainable trade are a way to decrease poverty. Giving smallholders in the Global South and North the opportunity to develop in a sustainable way.
What we do
Producer support
Strengthening micro, small and medium-sized enterprises and producer organisations active in fair trade and sustainable trade by offering them tools for economic development. That is why we developed a unique, participatory and tailor-made coaching programme.
Raise awareness
Making people aware of fair trade and sustainable trade by organising campaigns aimed at consumers, economic actors and the Belgian government. The best-known campaign is the Belgian Fair Trade Week, which takes place at the beginning of October each year.
Spread and exchange information
We monitor the evolution and impact of fair and sustainable trade through surveys, articles, interviews, conferences and market studies… Informing consumers, authorities and producers about new evolutions and trends.
Enabel promotes sustainable trade and offers coaching opportunities via the Trade for Development Centre.
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Resources
30 September 2026
Digital rights manual for beginners
A practical guide to online safety, privacy, cybersecurity, digital inclusion and digital rights for citizens across Africa and beyond.
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News
24 September 2026
Mozambique to form strategic financing coalition to accelerate rural electrification
Enabel joins Mozambique’s strategic financing coalition to accelerate rural electrification, expand renewable energy access and strengthen climate resilience.
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News
23 September 2026
From the first cohort of Junior Experts to a career dedicated to social engagement
In 2026 Farah Beniacoub was part of the very first cohort of Junior Experts. Working in Niger and Mali as a Junior Expert she looks back on her experience in this interview.
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News
9 September 2026
Anissa and Inas: Two young professionals with a shared commitment to Morocco
Inas and Anissa – two young professionals working for the ‘Horizons Emploi’ programme: an interview about their collaboration.
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Resources
7 September 2026
Evaluation of instruments to respond to international cooperation partners’ expectations
Enabel’s strategic evaluation strengthens development instruments to boost investment and drive sustainable development impact.
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News
4 September 2026
Hybrid by necessity: building financial resilience to scale impact
Discover how African mission-driven organisations build financial resilience, diversify revenue and scale impact through hybrid business models.
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