Agriculture is the backbone of the African economy, accounting for about 15% of GDP and employing about 60% of the workforce.
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:
Alain Francis Nkontchou, a distinguished Cameroonian financier and entrepreneur, has made remarkable contributions to the financial sector, particularly in promoting investment and economic growth throughout Africa.
Jeremiah Thoronka is a Sierra Leonean innovator, entrepreneur, and scholar with intimate knowledge of energy, climate change, environment, sustainability, and development.
Nakhla is a serial entrepreneur and founder of businesses delivering microfinancing to SMEs and individuals.
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