However, the sector faces several challenges, including low productivity, climate change, and rural poverty.

Aside from government policies, technology plays a transformative role in reshaping agriculture in Africa, offering innovative solutions to longstanding challenges and creating new opportunities for sustainable growth.

From precision farming to mobile and digital solutions, these technological innovations are spearheaded by tech leaders passionate about the continent’s agricultural ecosystem.

With innovation as their guiding star, these individuals are cultivating a transformation that will not only feed nations but also cultivate hope, opportunity, and lasting change across the continent.

Empower Africa shines a spotlight on 30 who are reshaping the future of agriculture in Africa through technology.

These personalities are the embodiment of progress, utilizing technology to transform traditional farming practices into dynamic, efficient, and sustainable endeavors.

Their efforts transcend mere innovation; they represent a movement that propels communities forward and nurtures a continent’s potential.

Let’s dive in:

1. Jehiel Oliver – CEO of Hello Tractor
2. Lucy Wangari – Founder, Onion Doctor
3. Taita Ngetich – Founder & CEO of Synnefa
4. Nana Opoku – CEO of Grow For Me
5. Dickson Kahuro – Founder of OxFarmAg
6. Thomas Njeru – CEO and Co-Founder at Pula
7. Hazem Salaheldin Eltawab – CEO and Founder at ReNile
8. Benoit De Vigne – Co-Founder of Terraa
9. Nabil Ayoub – Head of Product @Agridata
10. Moulay-Rachid Cherkaoui – Entrepreneur in FoodTech
11. Alloysius Attah – Co-Founder & CEO Farmerline
12. Aisha Raheem-Bolarinwa – Founder at Farmz2U
13. Russel Luck – CEO swiftVEE
14. Elisha Caleb – CEO and Founder at Agrotech Plus
15. Francis A. Obirikorang – CEO and Co-Founder of AgroCenta Technologies
16. Stefano Carcoforo – Co-Founder of iProcure
17. Ikenna Nzewi – CEO @ Releaf
18. Uka Eje – CEO, ThriveAgric
19. Uzoma Bailey Ayogu – CTO at Releaf
20. Eli Pollak – Founder of Apollo Agriculture
21. Raphael (Kofi) Afaedor – Co-Founder & CEO @ Kyosk Digital Services
22. Aboubakar Karim – CEO of Investiv Group
23. Judy Njogu-Mokaya – Founder, VunaPay
24. Femi Adekoya – Founder at Integrated Aerial Precision
25. Susan Njihia – Board Member, Digital Agriculture Association
26. Abdiwak Bekele – Co-founder and CTO of Omishtu-Joy Agtech Eng
27. Olivia Aseitu Kipo – Founder of Kobaa farms
28. Larbi Alaoui Belrhiti – Founder & co-CEO @ YoLa Fresh
29. Deborah Ogunyemi – AgriTech Enthusiast
30. Betty Mbithi – Co-Founder, Vunatec