About
Ndarama Works is an African-based project delivery enterprise specialising in innovation ecosystem and market systems development, guiding governments, foundations, and corporations through complex, enterprise-level challenges. Ndarama is an implementing partner for the Scaling Passive Affordable Cooling for Environmental Sustainability project in Africa.
Project Focus
This project combats heat stress and increases the incomes of micro-entrepreneurs and individuals living below living income thresholds in emerging markets. The project forms part of the Technology-to-Market partnership between Shell Foundation and Trane Technologies.
Latest news and updates
From flame to plug: what India’s micro-food vendors tell us about the commercial future of clean cooking
New research shows how electric cooking is improving productivity, incomes, and working conditions for micro-food vendors across India.
18th March 2026
What gender-responsive financing can unlock for women entrepreneurs
A Gender Results-Based Financing pilot shows how targeted incentives can unlock income growth, resilience, and opportunity for women entrepreneurs.
08th March 2026