Farmers in Kenya are benefitting from growing pawpaw thanks to support from Regreening Africa. pawpaw trees intercropped with maize, beans and other fruit trees. Photo: Jared Ongalo By May Muthuri, Stephanie Ojee, Brian Wambua and Patrick Worms For centuries, ‘pawpaw’ (Carica papaya), a rich source of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients, has formed part of the staple diet for families across Kenya. It’s one of the first fruits kids get introduced to as they are weaned.
