At the African Food Systems Forum (#AFS2024), Africa’s leading platform for agricultural innovation and food security in Kigali Rwanda, the Nigeria Agribusiness Group (NABG) made a powerful impact. With an assembly of over 2,000 stakeholders from across the continent, the forum was a convergence of minds dedicated to revolutionizing Africa’s food systems.

Led by NABG’s esteemed President, Arc. Kabir Ibrahim, and accompanied by our Director General, Jafar Umar, alongside other elected officials and board members, NABG played a pivotal role in the strategic discussions that shaped the event.

The forum, renowned for its focus on advancing sustainable agricultural practices, provided a platform for NABG to champion innovative approaches and advocate for policies that promote the growth and resilience of Africa’s agricultural sector.

The Urgency of Africa’s Agricultural Transformation

Data from the United Nations and the African Development Bank AFDB indicates that African population is forecast to double by 2050 to at least 2.4 billion and will continue to grow to 4.2 billion, four times its current size in the next 100 years. This exponential growth presents a unique challenge—feeding the continent’s expanding population sustainably. At #AFS2024, NABG joined forces with key stakeholders to address this challenge head-on, focusing on climate-smart agriculture, innovation in agribusiness, and the creation of resilient food systems.

Key Highlights from AFS2024

1. Strategic Discussions on Climate-Smart Agriculture and Food Security

Climate change poses a significant threat to food security, particularly in Africa, where agriculture is a primary livelihood for millions. At AFS2024, NABG was at the forefront of discussions on climate-smart agriculture, emphasizing the need for practices that not only increase productivity but also enhance resilience to climate impacts. Our delegation highlighted successful initiatives and explored new strategies to mitigate the effects of climate change on African agriculture.

2. Forging Partnerships to Drive Innovation in Agribusiness

Innovation is critical to transforming Africa’s food systems. During the forum, NABG forged strategic partnerships aimed at driving technological advancements and scaling up agribusinesses across the continent. These collaborations are expected to accelerate the adoption of modern agricultural practices, enhance value chains, and open up new markets for African farmers.

3. Advocating for Sustainable Agricultural Development

Policy advocacy remains a cornerstone of NABG’s mission. At AFS2024, our leaders engaged with policymakers, development partners, and private sector stakeholders to push for policies that support sustainable agricultural development. These discussions focused on creating an enabling environment for investment in agriculture, improving access to finance for farmers, and ensuring that agricultural practices align with environmental sustainability goals.

NABG’s Commitment to Africa’s Agricultural Future

NABG is committed to leading the charge in reshaping Africa’s food systems. By participating in forums like AFS2024, we are not only contributing to the global dialogue on agriculture but also ensuring that Africa’s voice is heard. Our engagement at the forum underscores NABG’s dedication to fostering a resilient and sustainable agricultural sector that can feed the continent and beyond.

As we move forward, NABG will continue to work closely with our partners, leveraging the insights and connections gained at AFS2024 to drive meaningful change in Africa’s agricultural landscape.

Let’s build a future where Africa’s food systems are robust, inclusive, and capable of withstanding the challenges of tomorrow.

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