Rwanda advances plan for biotechnology seed innovation centre to boost food security
By The Inspirer. Rwanda is moving ahead with plans to establish a biotechnology-driven seed innovation centre aimed at increasing agricultural
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MINAGRI links food price stability to farmer productivity as drought and seasonal shifts affect markets
By Elias HAKIZIMANA. Agriculture and Animal Resources Minister, Dr. Thelesphore Ndabamenye, has emphasized that stabilizing food prices in Rwanda largely
Family farming holds the answer to hunger and climate challenges in Rwanda
By Elias HAKIZIMANA. In the small plots of Rwanda’s countryside, family farmers are doing more than growing crops. They are
Kagame Joins Dakar Summit as Africa Bets on Youth to Transform Food Systems
By The Inspirer writer. When President Paul Kagame landed in Dakar on Sunday evening, it was not just another diplomatic
African Food Fellowship graduates fourth cohort, fellows unveil innovative food system solutions
By Elias HAKIZIMANA. KIGALI, Rwanda – August 9, 2025 – The African Food Fellowship yesterday celebrated the graduation of its
Can GE potatoes help Rwanda grow more with fewer pesticides?
By Elias Hakizimana. When Rwanda’s first improved Irish potato varieties were released years ago, farmers across the highlands embraced them
Rwanda’s youth hold the key to a resilient food system, Kilimo Trust CEO says
By Elias HAKIZIMANA. With nearly 60% of Rwanda’s population under the age of 25, unlocking the potential of young people
Rwanda transform food festival drives vision for sustainable food systems
By Elias HAKIZIMANA. Rwanda’s food systems leaders and innovators convened at the Rwanda Transform Food Festival, hosted by the African
Rwanda’s Agricultural Exports Get a Major Boost with Launch of Mechanized Packhouse
By Elias HAKIZIMANA. Rwanda has taken a significant step toward transforming its agricultural export landscape with the launch of a
Heifer International’s Africa Head Calls for Collaborative Innovation and Funding to Strengthen Food Systems at World Food Forum
By The Inspirer. ROME, October 18, 2024 — Adesuwa Ifedi, Senior Vice President for Africa Programs at Heifer International, made