Thank you, Honourable Minister, A large number of youth attended the #AFSForum2024, eager to learn from various stakeholders, innovate tech solutions for sustainable farming, and network to access broad markets. #InnovateAccelerateScale

We are excited to announce that our Co-Founder Jean Claude NIYOMUGABO, will be speaking at the largest African Agriculture and Food Systems Conference, #AFSForum2024. His speaking engagement will focus on the role of social media in improving the livelihoods of farmers across Africa.

It was a pleasure to meet an inspiring woman from Kenya 🇰🇪 who is a farmer and an advocate for women and youth in agriculture, as well as precision and smart agriculture, alongside my fellow social media agriculture influencers at #AFSForum2024. Thank you so much,

It was a pleasure to meet an inspiring woman from Uganda 🇺🇬 involved in the BSF value chain, producing fertilizers and feeds for livestock farmers. She is also an advocate for sustainable agriculture, food security, and climate action. #AFSForum2024 Thank you so much,

Yesterday, I had the pleasure of representing Agirite Social Media Agriculture Influencers during the launch of Rwanda's Gastronomy and Culinary Art Book, "Uruhimbi," on the sidelines of #AFSForum2024. The book was developed by Food and Agriculture Organization and RAI in partnership with Ministry of Agriculture & Animal Resources |Rwanda. The event was graced

Our member and Agirite co-founder, Jean Claude NIYOMUGABO,will be speaking at the Africa Food Systems Forum 2024.  today, September 5, 2024. Topic: Media’s Role in Transforming Africa’s Food Systems Time: 10 : 15 AM - 12 : 00 PM Location: MH2 #AFSForum2024 #InnovateAccelerateScale

Kenya 🇰🇪 meets Rwanda 🇷🇼 at the #AFSForum2024! It was a pleasure connecting with my fellow farmer and agriculture influencer Jannette_Farm Girl👩‍🌾🇰🇪 alongside Jean Claude NIYOMUGABO. She is a full-time farmer, owner of Saniego Farms, manages 50+ acres of land with 5 years of hands-on experience.

Are you already in the room? Come on guys we're going to learn more about the role of digital media in agriculture transformation. And ofcause Jean Claude NIYOMUGABO will be on the panel . Came in a hurry let us #innovate #accelerate #scale together AKEZA Nkunzurwanda Germaine Eric RUKEBESHA Agirite

Day 2 Highlights | #AFSForum2024 We focused on nutrition with discussions on Investing in Food Systems. Remember that You Are What You Eat #InnovateAccelerateScale

The Youth Dome has been an integral platform for the #AFSForum2024, focusing on the critical role youth play in the food systems conversation. We cannot talk about the future without involving the next generation of changemakers. The AFS Forum aims to empower African youth,

Day 3 | Highlights of #AFSForum2024 Young change-makers at the forum are actively leading initiatives to transform the future of global food systems. With innovative solutions and a focus on sustainability, they are addressing the challenges of food security, climate change,

Yesterday, at the margins of #AFSForum2024 in Kigali, Rwanda, International Fund for Agricultural Development and AKADEMIYA2063 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on promoting evidence-based policymaking, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of Africa agrifood system #transformation. The

"Your vision is African hope and your success is African success. The message is clear: if you sow in agriculture, you can reap prosperity for all." ~Reeta Roy, CEO of Mastercard Foundation, opens the #AFSForum2024's 'Special Event: A Conversation with Youths' with a powerful

"At this stage, we can't continue at the same pace we've maintained over the last 50 years... We need to accelerate 100 times, and technology will help us move much faster." ~ Dr. Ismahane Elouafi (Ismahane Elouafi), Executive Managing Director of CGIAR | Opening keynote at this

Day 4 | Innovative Business Models to Successfully Drive Mechanization in Africa. "Farmers often face distorted markets on their path to commercialization. We can't scale these solutions unless there's an even playing field." ~Jehiel, Founder and CEO of Hello Tractor ,

Earlier this morning, I had the opportunity to attend the launch of the Rwanda Legacy Program at the #AFSF2024 forum. This initiative aims to revolutionize agriculture in Rwanda by creating job opportunities for youth and women while enhancing the nation's food security. Since

Happening now 🚨 Can African leaders deliver food systems transformation in this climate and digital era? A panel discussion during the High-Level Summit featuring Dr. James Mwangi, CEO of Bank Group, Wamkele Mene, CEO of AfCFTA, Collins of Highbury, Under-Secretary of State for the

"If we want to address food insecurity and feed ourselves we have to look at the whole chain and consider where we drive investment. We have to start with the land" ~Nelly Mukazayire Deputy CEO Rwanda Development Board

"Due to external factors and geopolitical conditions, Africa faces an unprecedented food insecurity crisis, pushing millions into poverty. The good news is that African countries can supply the continent. It's crucial for trade ministers to advise heads of state on overcoming

"Agriculture's current structure is set to fail; we urgently need a paradigm shift in African agricultural leadership. The existing frameworks and approaches often limit the sector's full potential." ~ James Mwangi, CEO of Equity Group Holdings Limited #AFSForum2024 AFS Forum