Triangular Development Cooperation (TrC)

We may have different religions, different languages, different coloured skin, but we all belong to one human race.

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-Kofi Annan

Project On 2nd May 2022, India and Germany signed a Joint Declaration of Intent on implementing Triangular Development Cooperation (TrC) projects. This declaration was formalized during the Inter-Governmental Consultations held in Berlin, marking a significant step towards fostering international cooperation for sustainable development.

About Triangular Development Cooperation Project
Triangular Development Cooperation (TrC) is a collaborative development approach involving three key partners: Germany (a traditional donor country), India (a pivotal partner country with relevant expertise and experience), and Malawi (a beneficiary country). This model combines financial resources, technical know-how, and local insights to address development challenges more effectively and sustainably.
In the context of the India-Germany-Malawi partnership, TrC enables the joint implementation of innovative solutions—such as the Agri-Business Incubator Model for Women in Agriculture and Food Systems—by leveraging the strengths and experiences of all three nations.

Milestones achieved under the Project

• 1st Exploratory Visit - In October 2022, An Indian delegation conducted an initial exploratory visit to Malawi to understand the local agricultural ecosystem and identify areas for collaboration.
• Project Signing - The Triangular Development Cooperation (TrC) Project was officially signed on May 2, 2022 between Germany, India, and Malawi, marking the beginning of formal cooperation.
• Malawi Delegates Exposure Visit - A 9-day exposure visit for Malawi delegates was organized in November 2022 by GIZ India & Malawi with support from MANAGE and Access Livelihoods to share best practices in agribusiness.
• Establishment of 'AMAYI Hub' - The 'AMAYI Hub', an agribusiness incubator model focusing on empowering women agripreneurs, was successfully established in December, 2022 at Malawi.
• Capacity Building Training in Malawi - The Indian delegation visited in between March 13–18, 2023 at Malawi to deliver hands-on capacity-building training sessions, enhancing the skills of local agripreneurs and institutions.
• MANAGE Participation in Capacity Building Program - MANAGE actively participated in a Capacity Building Program on TrC organized by RIS and GIZ Germany, sharing their expertise and learning global best practices.
• Training at MANAGE - A 10-day training program was organised from April 1 to April 10, 2025 on Agricultural Value Addition and Market Linkages at MANAGE for Malawian participants for strengthening their agribusiness capabilities.

Role of MANAGE in Triangular Development Cooperation Project

• The MANAGE, Hyderabad is the knowledge and implementation partner from India for the Triangular Development Cooperation (TrC) project.
• MANAGE leverages its expertise in agri-entrepreneurship, incubation, and capacity building to support the project.
• It is responsible for designing and guiding the development of the Agri-Business Incubator Model specifically tailored for women in Malawi’s agriculture and food systems.
• MANAGE provides technical support and shares best practices based on its experience nurturing agri-startups in India.
• It helps in building institutional capacities in Malawi to ensure the success, sustainability, and scalability of the initiative.