Founded in the aftermath of the 2021 attacks in Palma, Mozambique, the Palma Development Foundation (FPDP) emerged as a beacon of hope for the region. Committed to fostering sustainable livelihoods and community mpowerment, FPDP focuses on initiatives aimed at economic development, environmental conservation, and social resilience. With a strong emphasis on circular economies and innovative solutions, FPDP strives to create lasting positive imapacts in Cabo Delgado and beyond.

VISION

To foster resilient communities build on the pillar of unity, peace and mutual benefit, while equipping vulnerable farming communities with the tools to adapt to climate change, diversify their resources, and effective mitigrate risks.

MISSION

To empower vulnerable communities to build resilience against social,economic, and cultural risks, as well as climate change.

APPROACH

Our community-based approach combines bamboo cultivation with food crops to restore soils, enhance biodiversity, and tackle climate change. Through sustainable farming practices, we aim to uplift livelihoods and reduce poverty in the communities we serve.

PROJECTS:

The Rovuma Bamboo Belt is a transformative initiative focused on establishing a bamboo-based industry in Cabo Delgado, Mozambique with transfrontier potential into Tanzania. This initiative aims to drive economic growth and sustainability in the region by implementing a circular economy model. By harnessing the versatility of bamboo, the project oers livelihood opportunities through primary bamboo production while also improving housing, living conditions, and utility for local communities. Additionally, it promotes renewable energy sources and attracts foreign investment by leveraging abundant raw bamboo biomass.

5,500 ha Community Owned Bamboo Plantations