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KENYA
FSC has recently been commissioned by Image Africa (www.imageafrica.com) to assist them
implement environmental and security based programmes in East Africa. Image Africa (Kenya) is a leader in the use of
satellite imagery, providing digital mapping, interpretation and the delivery of training, for local organisations and
companies.
MALARIA TREATMENT – ARTEMISIA
Since 1999 FSC has undertaken work for DFID and Technoserve (USAID) on the use of Artemisia in the treatment of Malaria
and its potential for production and processing in East Africa. Artemisia is a Chinese herb which is now universally
recognised as the only first line drug which still works against chloroquine resistant parasites. Whilst it has traditionally
been grown in Asia it is now increasingly being grown by smallholders in Africa.
In 2005 FSC personnel took part in the WHO (World Health Organisation) Artemisia workshop in Arusha, Tanzania and are
presently advising WHO and other organisations concerning production and processing of this important crop.
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CHINA
FSC are working with the Campden and Chorleywood Food Research Association (CCFRA), UNIDO and WHO on a programme advising
the Chinese government on the introduction of their National Food Safety Programme.
CHINA
Through UNIDO(UK), FSC has recently successfully helped identify partners/local personnel for two UK based companies in the
agribusiness and engineering industry.
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