Sustainable Agricultural Practices

Stellar Afya is a Kenyan company founded in 2015 with a vision to see a wholesomely healthy and well-nourished Africa. Through a multi-pronged approach, the company focuses on nutrition and health education, innovative nature-based solutions, food systems transformation, and social behavior change to achieve positive health, socioeconomic, and environmental outcomes. Stellar Afya also champions the revival and protection of indigenous knowledge and promotes sustainable agricultural practices. With its commitment to advocacy, civic education, and storytelling, the company is dedicated to transforming Africa’s health and food systems. Tagline: “Food Sense for Excellent Health.”

Our Vision

To see wholesomely healthy and well-nourished people in Africa by transforming food systems, promoting health and wellness through innovative nature-based solutions, and leveraging indigenous knowledge and social behavior change (SBC).

Our Pillars

People

Focus: Ensure holistic health and well-being through nutrition education, healthcare access, and social equity.

Outcome: Empowered, informed, and healthier communities across Africa.

Environment

Focus: Advocate for and implement nature-based solutions, regenerative agriculture, and sustainable land management practices.

Outcome: A healthier planet that supports resilient ecosystems and communities.

Systems Transformation

(Equity, Justice, Accountability, Inclusion)

Focus: Push for systemic change in food, health, and agriculture systems to ensure they are equitable, just, inclusive, and accountable.

Outcome: A transformed food and health system that leaves no one behind.

Sovereignty

Focus: Protect and revive African indigenous knowledge and food sovereignty, ensuring local control over food production and health practices.

Outcome: Stronger communities that are self-reliant, resilient, and proud of their heritage.

Our Approach

Innovative Nature-Based Solutions:

Develop and promote nutrition, health, and wellness solutions that draw from Africa’s rich biodiversity and traditional knowledge. We emphasize the use of locally available resources to create sustainable and impactful outcomes.

Food Systems Transformation:

Advocate for and implement systemic changes that promote sustainable, healthy, and equitable food systems. We work with farmers, governments, and civil society to improve food security while ensuring environmental conservation.

Health and Nutrition Education:

Provide comprehensive education programs to communities, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health and nutrition. We believe that knowledge is a powerful tool in combating malnutrition, stunting, and non-communicable diseases.

Social Behavior Change (SBC):

Our SBC initiatives aim to shift attitudes and behaviors around nutrition, environmental sustainability, and health practices. We use culturally appropriate messaging and tools to drive lasting changes.