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Participate in the unveiling of Agritech innovations
The Agritech4Kenya Innovation Challenge call for applications received an overwhelming response, with over 300 applications submitted, of which more than 70% were from Kenyan innovators. A competitive selection process using a multi-tiered process was utilized to identify the top 25 teams for participation in the bootcamp. The selection process considered applications that were aligned to Kenya’s priority areas that include sustainable agricultural production, improved market access and supply chain efficiency, gender equality and social inclusion, livestock health and disease management, equitable finance and investment mechanisms, and water use efficiency and sustainable irrigation practices. Additionally, applications were evaluated based on their alignment with at least one of the CGIAR Impact Areas, diversities of the team, and the applicant’s validated innovation.
On 29 November 2024, 25 innovation teams will convene at the Kenya Innovation Week hosted by the Kenya Innovation Agency (Kenya) in Nairobi, Kenya, to pitch their solutions. The event will serve as a platform for showcasing groundbreaking ideas and fostering collaboration among innovators, investors, and policymakers. Participants will have the opportunity to network, share knowledge, and gain valuable insights from industry experts. This event presents a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to connect with potential investors and partners, advancing the development of their innovative solutions.
Read more about the AgriTech4Kenya Innovation Challenge here.
– Participate in the unveiling of Agritech innovations to gain an understanding of those that address priority areas and impact Kenya’s agri-food systems.
– Learn about the latest trends and technologies shaping the future of agriculture and stay informed about the latest policies and initiatives that are shaping the future of agriculture in Kenya and beyond.
– Discover new opportunities for collaboration and growth in the Agritech industry by networking with key players and thought leaders in the field.
Don’t miss out on the chance to be a part of driving innovation in the Agritech sector!
Time
Session
09:00-09:05am
Welcome
09:05-09:15am
Agritech4Kenya opening remarks
09:15-09:30am
Keynote Address
09:30-10:00am
Partner Remarks
10:00-11:20am
1st Round of Pitching (13 Teams)
11:20-11:30am
Break
11:30-12:45pm
2nd round of pitching (12 teams)
12:45-13:00pm
Closing ceremony
AgriTech4Kenya is an initiative powered by the CGIAR Accelerate for Impact Platform of the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, and co-organized with the CGIAR Excellence in Agronomy Initiative and CGIAR Initiative on Nature-Positive Solutions. The project is funded by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and implemented in partnership with Micro Enterprise Support Programme Trust, Kenya National Innovation Agency, AGRA, Agricultural Sector Network, Daystar University, iTATU, Mercy Corps, DOB Equity, Climate Resilient Africa Fund, Sustainable Agriculture Foundation Africa ( SAF-Africa) formerly Syngenta Foundation for Sustainable Agriculture, and Kenya Agricultural Livestock and Research Organization. The challenge is supported by Pangea.
Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to be a part of the future of Kenyan agriculture!