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Keep IT Cool expands cold chain to East Africa coastal cities

Keep IT Cool marked a major milestone by entering into a strategic partnership with DP World, a Founding Partner of the Earthshot Prize, to strengthen cold-chain infrastructure and reduce post-harvest losses along East Africa’s coastline. The partnership will expand access to cold storage, aggregation, and market-linkage solutions, helping small-scale fisherfolk preserve their catch, access reliable markets, and improve their
livelihoods.

Key highlights:

  • A strategic partnership was established with DP World.
  • Expanded cold-chain infrastructure for coastal fishing communities.
  • Improved market access through cold storage and aggregation solutions.
  • Expected to benefit over 10,000 small-scale fisherfolk.
  • Strengthened food security while reducing post-harvest losses across East Africa.