The International Conference on Business Models in Agriculture: An in-person interactive business conference focused on the business of Agriculture.

Kigali, Rwanda
Joined August 2022
I just hit 100,000 followers! 🎉 In October 2021, I started with only 3 followers. Now, I have reached more than 110 million impressions this year alone. Over 50% of my audience are young people passionate about the agriculture value chain. Thank you for believing in me and engaging with my journey. You’ve turned my passion into a purpose I cherish every single day. Each like, comment, and share inspires me to keep going. You’ve made me excited to wake up and give my best every day. This journey has been nothing short of incredible, and I’m so grateful. Big plans are ahead for using social media to improve the livelihoods of people in agriculture. I aim to connect more young people to various opportunities. Together, we can create lasting change and impact. Let’s keep growing, learning, and changing the world together. Here’s to the future of agriculture and the amazing community we’ve built. #TheMugabofarmer #FeedAfrica
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🚨GOOD NEWS! 🚨 Today, the largest packhouse in Rwanda will officially open during the Farm to Fork Workshop in Kigali, Rwanda 🇷🇼 The event will take place at @norrskenEA House Kigali and the Packhouse Facility from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It will focus on building resilient #agriculture value chains and connecting Rwanda’s local production to international markets through innovation and partnerships. The workshop will introduce Premier/Jameela to Rwanda’s agriculture sector and highlight value chains, global standards, and #investment opportunities in fruits and vegetables. Remember to join us as we explore solutions in digital transportation, cold chain expansion, market access, and standards harmonization. #JameelaRwanda #FarmtoForkRw
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The delegates visited Dukunde Kawa Cooperative, where they observed coffee plants in their lush vegetative stage, a crucial period for nurturing high-quality beans. With over 2,000 farmer members, the cooperative unites efforts to produce the renowned Musasa Coffee. This stage reflects the dedication of the farmers to delivering excellence in every bean☕️ #AFSTC2024
🚨GOOD NEWS! 🚨 The African Food Systems Transformation Collective (AFSTC) is hosting its first in-person stakeholder gathering in Kigali, Rwanda, from 25th to 27th November 2024. The event is organized by the @AfricanClimateF,@FoodSecurity_za, @UNESCO_rwanda and hosted by the @RwandaRoam🧑‍🌾 It brings together researchers and practitioners across Africa to advance agroecological transitions and a food systems approach. Stay tuned for updates! 
#AFSTC #AgroecologyAfrica #FeedAfrica
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Day two of #AFSTC2024 in Kigali, Rwanda. Delegates visited Dukunde Kawa Cooperative, home to Musasa Coffee, grown in Rwanda's rich volcanic soils. With 4 washing stations, a dry mill, and a coffee school, the cooperative empowers farmers, invests 40% of income in community, and supports 220 dairy farms. #AFSTC2024
🚨GOOD NEWS! 🚨 The African Food Systems Transformation Collective (AFSTC) is hosting its first in-person stakeholder gathering in Kigali, Rwanda, from 25th to 27th November 2024. The event is organized by the @AfricanClimateF,@FoodSecurity_za, @UNESCO_rwanda and hosted by the @RwandaRoam🧑‍🌾 It brings together researchers and practitioners across Africa to advance agroecological transitions and a food systems approach. Stay tuned for updates! 
#AFSTC #AgroecologyAfrica #FeedAfrica
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🚨GOOD NEWS! 🚨 The African Food Systems Transformation Collective (AFSTC) is hosting its first in-person stakeholder gathering in Kigali, Rwanda, from 25th to 27th November 2024. The event is organized by the @AfricanClimateF,@FoodSecurity_za, @UNESCO_rwanda and hosted by the @RwandaRoam🧑‍🌾 It brings together researchers and practitioners across Africa to advance agroecological transitions and a food systems approach. Stay tuned for updates! 
#AFSTC #AgroecologyAfrica #FeedAfrica
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GOOD MORNING! We invite you to tune in to the show today, Saturday at 3 PM on @radiotv10rwanda organized by @thefarmingzone, where they will be an amazing discussion with experts. Topic: “The Impact of Agricultural Insurance on Enhancing Farmers' Security in Rwanda” DON'T MISS IT!
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Rwanda is transforming agriculture—fostering foreign and domestic investments with a business-friendly environment. The country aims to generate $1 billion from agricultural exports in 2023/2024. Through RDB, investors can set up businesses in under 24 hours via a digital one-stop center.
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Agriculture is the backbone of Rwanda’s economy, driving socio-economic transformation. With young people leading innovation in agribusiness, Rwanda is on track to become a knowledge-based, high-income economy by 2050.
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Thank you so much, Dr. @Ilde_Musafiri, for your contribution toward agriculture transformation in Rwanda. As young people engaged in the agriculture sector, we truly appreciate your efforts over the past two years. You have supported our work as social media agriculture influencers. We will continue your legacy and vision of "Let there be food in Rwanda." Best wishes for your next chapter. #ThankYouMusafiri 🙏🙏
Thank you, Your Excellency @PaulKagame for the opportunity you gave me to serve our country in MinAgri for the past 2 years. God bless you, God Bless Rwanda! Thank you @RwandaAgri @PrimatureRwanda for your invaluable support.
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I got an opportunity to proudly join the @AGRA_Africa delegate at @FAO headquarters to celebrate World Food Day 2024 in Rome, Italy 🇮🇹. The theme of this year’s celebration is “Right to Foods for a Better Life and a Better Future.” In Africa, 282 million people face food insecurity due to climate change. Science-driven solutions and partnerships are key to a food-secure future for Africa Together, let’s promote food security and well-being for all. #WorldFoodDay2024
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✈️ Heading to Italy 🇮🇹 to attend and speak at the World Food Forum 2024. I will be advocating for sustainable agriculture, innovation, and digital technology for small-scale farmers across Africa. Let’s connect if you’re in Rome nowadays 👍
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This is how Day 1 of #ATCE2024 ended with insightful panel discussions and key tea industry innovations. Watch the highlights video and stay tuned for more updates throughout Day 2 as we continue to explore the future of Africa’s tea sector together. #ATCE2024 #AfricaTeaConvention
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It takes only 2 to 4 liters of water to produce 1 kg of hydroponic fodder, compared to 20 to 40 liters needed to produce 1 kg of traditional fodder. #UNDPImpacts #HydroponicFodder  #TuriAgirite #GreenFodder
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This is how sustainable agriculture can be practiced in an African country to achieve food security. Can you guess which country it is? It's located in East Africa.
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Small-scale potato farmers, check out this innovative tractor for planting your potatoes! It's the perfect tool for smaller plots, ensuring high-quality whole seed planting. There's definitely a huge global market for this technology!
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HOW HAS STARLINK INTERNET REVOLUTIONIZED UNIVERSAL EDUCATION IN RWANDA? In mid-2023, @RwandaICT launched @Starlink internet in 50 schools, bringing online learning to over 18,000 students. Thanks to @elonmusk , this initiative is helping bridge the digital divide and ensure universal access to education, particularly in rural areas. Thread👇🏼
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The next billionaires in Africa will be Farmers! Agree?
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This is how farmers use movable greenhouses to raise chickens. Chickens roam freely, eating natural grass and insects. I believe this innovative method reduces feed costs while improving chicken welfare. Farmers enjoy healthier birds and fresher eggs with this sustainable approach!
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Vertical farming has emerged as a promising solution to address the challenges of food security, sustainability, and urbanization in today's world.
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We are excited to announce that our Co-Founder @jcniyomugabo, will be speaking at the largest African Agriculture and Food Systems Conference, #AFSForum2024. His speaking engagement will focus on the role of social media in improving the livelihoods of farmers across Africa.
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