Following the youth session at #ACAT2025, I had the honor of engaging with FAO in Rwanda Rep ai, Dr. Nomathemba Mhlanga, I deeply appreciated her inspiring message to young agri-entrepreneurs who pitched their innovative business ideas today. Their passion and potential reaffirm our

Pleased to meet youth champions Sangwa Sifa Florence and Jean Claude NIYOMUGABO at the FAO in Rwanda stand during #ACAT2025. We had the opportunity to learn about innovative solutions the Food and Agriculture Organization is implementing to support farmers and young people in the agricultural sector. Key takeaways: FAO

Who ever thought tractors could go electric before boda bodas? Africa’s agriculture has always had humble beginnings. It started with the hand hoe. No gears. No batteries. Just muscle and sun. Farming meant sweat. Days were long. Land was vast. But production stayed low. Then

Want to recap Day 3 of #ACAT2025? Here are some highlights from the proceedings of discussions around #NextGenAgTech for #ACAT2025

Uwera Desange ACAT Africa AATF Africa OFAB Africa OFAB Rwanda Ministry of Agriculture & Animal Resources |Rwanda Rwanda Agriculture & Animal Resources Devpt Board Rwanda Institute for Conservation Agriculture Rwanda Youth In Agribusiness Forum Celebrating African AgTech innovation today! Initiatives showcased will inspire sustainable development. Exciting progress on the horizon! 🌿

A few days ago, I visited the OFAB stand at #ACAT2025 and realized that biotechnology isn't just science—it's a seed for tomorrow's food security During the conversation, I learned how biotech can accelerate productivity while sustaining our environment Let’s be #TalkBiotechRw

In the Opening Remarks for #ACAT2025 Day 4, H.E Ambassador Amb.Prof Muhammadou M.O Kah says: "Ag Tech must serve EVERYONE - and I mean everyone! If it does not serve smallholders, we have not done our job, " - #NextGenAgTech solutions for African farmers at #ACAT2025

"We try lower the risk perception of agriculture -Government of Rwanda has extended derisking solutions to help reduce the cost of finance. Crop and livestock insurance is important and should be embedded in requirements of funders" - Stella Rusine Ntez, Chief Economist Ministry of Finance & Economic Planning

"#AgTech must avoid exacerbating inequalities. It should use regenerative approaches that help agriculture work within planetary limits." - Dr. Solange Uwituze, Deputy Director, Rwanda Agriculture & Animal Resources Devpt Board #NextGenAgTech solutions for African Farmers at #ACAT2025

ACAT 2025 was "electrifying" with new things every day- said Dr Canisius Kanangire in his closing remarks at #ACAT2025 #NextGenAgTech

At the ACAT Africa closing today in Kigali, the RICA Interim VC, Dr. Olusegun Yerokun, emphasized the need for public, private, and academic sectors collaboration to invest in scalable and accessible innovation hubs for successful ag-tech. He stated that while universities

Youth aren’t waiting for a seat at the table, we’re already reshaping food systems. At #ACAT2025, I met and connected with fellow young agripreneurs and #AgInfluencers committed to rewriting Africa’s food story, sustainably and innovatively. Because when youth lead, agriculture

Evelyn Lusenaka, Director-Stewardship, CropLife Africa Middle East said: "Precision application tools are key focus in crop protection industry. In Asia, 80% of precision application is done by drones. In Africa, absence of a framework impedes this advancement." - #NextGenAgTech for #ACAT2025

During their campus visit on the sidelines of ACAT Africa yesterday, researchers, agri-innovators, and agripreneurs from across Africa commended RICA’s comprehensive approach to agricultural education and our mission to develop leaders in conservation agriculture (CA). The team

"Africa has the potential to leverage its innovative spirit, particularly in financial technology such as Mpesa, to empower farmers and improve the food system" -Mr. Amath Pathé Sene, Managing Director,AFS Forum for #ACAT2025 #NextGenAgTech Solutions for African Farmers

This week I had the privilege of participating in the ACAT Africa a powerful gathering of innovators and changemakers shaping the future of agriculture in Africa focused on empowering young agri-innovators through mentorship, strategic branding and transformative partnerships.

Dada ACAT Africa AATF Africa 𝐂𝐀𝐑𝐒𝐀 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐑𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚 Rwanda Agriculture & Animal Resources Devpt Board Ministry of Agriculture & Animal Resources |Rwanda Rwanda Youth In Agribusiness Forum AGRA - Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems. Patrick Karangwa, PhD Dr Canisius Kanangire Empowering young agri-innovators is crucial! Seeing transformative partnerships in action at ACAT Africa inspires us to shape a sustainable future in agriculture. Keep pushing boundaries!

After a week of intense deliberations at the #ACAT2025, how about a recap? Here are remarks from the Office of the PM | Rwanda Hon. Dr Ngirente at the #ACAT2025 Opening Ceremony: youtube.com/shorts/sOCAXaS… #ACAT2025 #ACATAfrica #NextGenAgTech AATF Africa Ministry of Agriculture & Animal Resources |Rwanda Rwanda Agriculture & Animal Resources Devpt Board

Celebrating AATF Africa PBR Cowpea Lead, Dr. Jean-Baptiste Tignegre who was named 2025 Top Agri-Food Pioneer by World Food Prize Foundation - an award honoring global leaders who are advancing innovation in agriculture and food security #TBT #ProsperitythroughTech aatf-africa.org/aatfs-dr-jean-…

We are delighted to share the ACAT Africa 2025 High-Level Conference Report! 👉 Access the full report here: aatf-africa.org/wp-content/upl… #ACAT2025 #NextGen #AfricanAgriculture #AgriculturalTransformation #InnovationInAction