Conference
The Africa Roundtable N°6
Growing Africa’s Future: Advancing Food Sovereignty through Agricultural Innovation
Conference: The Africa Roundtable N°6
May 7, 2024
Global Solutions Summit, Berlin
Africa’s food demand is growing rapidly, and its food industry is projected to be worth $1 trillion by 2030 (McKinsey). With 65% of the world’s unused arable land (African Development Bank), the agricultural sector holds immense potential for growth, beyond the continent. But unlocking Africa’s agricultural potential comes with significant and interlinked challenges, from the impact of climate change to an infrastructure gap, and fractured supply chains. Farmers are already tapping into new digital tools to increase crop productivity, reduce harvest-loss and improve digital access in agriculture, especially for women. In the sixth edition of The Africa Roundtable we explore how the continent can unlock its full potential as an agricultural powerhouse.
The Africa Roundtable in Berlin 2024
Growing Africa’s Future: Advancing Food Sovereignty through Agricultural Innovation
Selected Speakers
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Contact Persons
Stephanie Igunbor, s.igunbor@globalperspectives.org
Supported by
BDI Bundesverband der Deutschen Industrie
BMZ Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung
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