Masaka, Rwanda

Chilli Peppers, Masaka, Rwanda

Chillies are are a new and somewhat experimental export crop for Rwanda. Because of Rwanda’s landlocked status and its distance from the principal export markets a staggering 6 metric tonnes of dried chillies have to be prepared and packed before it is economic for them to be transported by air. Nevertheless, Rwanda has high hopes that the crop will be a success and assist in diversifying its agricultural sector.

From a set of pro bono photography I did for SPREAD, Rwanda. This USAID funded organisation works to enhance rural enterprise and agribusiness development, assisting Rwanda in deriving as much value from its agricultural produce as possible through the provision of technical assistance.