Africa: African Foods Changemakers launches initiative to celebrate women leaders in agribusiness
A program to strengthen women in the food ecosystem
African Foods Changemakers, an organization dedicated to supporting agribusiness entrepreneurs in Africa, has announced its Leading African Women in Food Fellowship (LAWFF) initiative . The program aims to empower and shine a spotlight on women leaders in the food and agriculture sectors, helping to transform the African food ecosystem.
Program Objectives
- Encourage innovation and resilience : Train women entrepreneurs capable of developing reliable agri-food businesses adapted to the growing needs of the continent.
- Promoting gender parity : Facilitating better inclusion of women in the African food and agricultural landscape.
- Creating a lasting impact : Supporting solutions that address local food challenges while feeding people globally.
Eligibility criteria and participation categories
LAWFF is aimed at citizens and residents of African countries:
- Age requirement : 25 to 40 years old.
- Experience : Minimum of 3 years in the agri-food or agricultural sectors.
- Open categories :
- Content creators : For those who raise awareness and educate on food issues.
- Entrepreneurs : Those who have founded or managed significant companies in the sector.
- Innovators : For women who are behind impactful technological or methodological solutions.
- Pioneers : Recognition of exceptional careers that have transformed the agri-food sector in Africa.
It is also possible to recommend candidates for the program.
A training and mentoring course
Selected women will participate in an intensive 6-month program:
- Training sessions : Delivered by leading experts in the agri-food sector.
- Personalized mentoring : Support from world-renowned mentors.
- Knowledge Dissemination : Access to evidence-based resources and case studies.
The goal is to provide them with the tools necessary to maximize their impact in their respective fields.
Application schedule and deadline
The call for applications is open until January 18, 2025 .
Conclusion
With this initiative, African Foods Changemakers aims to enhance the role of women in transforming the African food ecosystem. By supporting female leaders, the program contributes not only to women’s empowerment, but also to food security and sustainable development on the continent.
