Shea Butter: How It Empowers African Women & Communities

Shea butter, often referred to as "women's gold," is derived from the nuts of the karité tree found across the Sahel region of Africa. This natural product not only serves as a key ingredient in cosmetics and food industries but also provides livelihoods for approximately three million African women. Through traditional methods and cooperative efforts, these women harvest and process shea nuts, contributing significantly to their families and communities. Explore how the rising global demand for shea butter is fostering economic empowerment and sustainable development among African women.

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