Our connection to Rwanda lives in the people we care about and in what we can build together. Through #SolidDiasporaConnect, we’re inviting Rwandans and friends of Rwanda abroad to help build public nutrition infrastructure rooted in care, dignity and access to nutritious meals. This past weekend, our Diaspora Engagement Lead, Adeline, represented us at the Rwanda Convention Conference in Ottawa, held under the theme “Our Heritage, Our Bridge: Celebrating and Building Rwanda Together.” She moderated a Q&A with Senator Evode and delivered a presentation on our Farm-to-Plate model, highlighting how the diaspora can help strengthen public nutrition systems in Rwanda through their networks, expertise, advocacy and giving. The convention also marked a meaningful step in our partnership with RCA. Adeline received a copy of the Memorandum of Understanding on our behalf, setting out a framework for collaboration and continued diaspora engagement. Thank you to RCA and everyone who joined the conversation. The invitation extends beyond the convention: bring your ideas, connect your community and partner with us to strengthen public nutrition systems in Rwanda. We are Solid Together. #SolidDiasporaConnect #GiftAMealThatHeals #WeAreSolidTogether

Tour our Centralised Clean Energy School Kitchen in Bujyujyu, Rwamagana. Launched in April, this is Solid’Africa’s first Centralised Clean Energy School Kitchen, powered by both solar energy and the grid. The hybrid model supports our clean energy agenda while helping lower the cost per meal and enable scale. The kitchen serves close to 15,000 students across five public schools, with its proximity enabling efficient preparation and timely delivery of meals. As part of our Farm-to-Plate model, the school gardens provide fresh produce for meals while creating opportunities for students to learn about nutrition, food production and where their food comes from. Regenerative Agriculture, Clean energy, nutrition, education and local production, working together to build stronger food and nutrition systems. #Centralized #CleanEnergy #SchoolKitchen #FarmToPlate #NutritionSystems

Conversations at #AFSF2026 @TheAGRF reinforced the potential of centralized kitchens to connect better nutrition, local farmers, clean energy and more efficient public service delivery. But sustainable scale requires more: strong procurement, resilient supply chains, financing, data and cross-sector partnerships. We recognize the leadership of @Rwanda_Edu Rwanda’s Ministry of Education in advancing school nutrition and are grateful to The @RockefellerFdn and our partners for supporting the evidence, partnerships and systems needed to take this work further. #FarmToPlate #SchoolNutrition #NutritionSecurity #CentralizedKitchens

As delegates gather in Kigali this week for the Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF) 2026, we had the opportunity to bring some of those conversations to life. On 31 August, we welcomed MINAGRI and AFSF delegates to experience Solid’Africa’s Farm-to-Plate model — from our Centre of Excellence for Regenerative Agriculture, Rugende Farm, where they explored our sustainable agriculture practices and joined in harvesting fresh vegetables, to our 1st Centralized School Kitchen in Bujyujyu, and finally to CHUK, where they toured our hospital kitchen and participated in serving nutritious meals to patients. The journey offered a firsthand look at the system we are building - connecting sustainable agriculture and local sourcing to nutritious meals for students in public schools and patients in public hospitals. As #AFSF2026 continues, we’re delighted to contribute to the conversation on building food and nutrition systems that nourish at scale and strengthen public systems. At AFSF tomorrow? Come meet the Solid’Africa team at The Rockefeller Foundation booth and discover more about our Farm-to-Plate model and the Public Nutrition Infrastructure we are building. We’d love to connect! #AFSF2026 #FarmToPlate #FoodSystems #PublicNutrition #SustainableAgriculture

Caring can be as simple as showing up. A group of @alueducation students and friends led by Francesca recently joined us at CHUK to volunteer and put that simple idea into action. Through their visit, they donated 186 nutritious meals, clothing and other essential items to support patients. They also joined our team in serving meals across the hospital wards - turning compassion into meaningful action. Their contribution reminds us that making a difference does not always have to be complicated. Sometimes, it simply means giving what you can, volunteering your time and being present for others. You, too, can be part of our #WeAreSolidTogether campaign. A donation of just 1,000 RWF provides a patient with three nutritious meals for a full day: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Donate via MoMo: *182*8*1*043172# Or visit wearesolidtogether.org Gift a meal that heals today. #SolidTogether #FoodisLove #VolunteerForImpact #ALU

*Visitor Spotlight* On Friday, 31 July 2026, we welcomed Members of the Rwanda Parliament and Senators under the Rwanda Parliamentary Forum on Population and Development (RPRPD) during their field visit to clean cooking and renewable energy initiatives in Rwamagana District. The delegation visited our Solid’Africa School Feeding Kitchen in Bujyujyu, Rwanda’s first centralized solar-powered kitchen, hosted by our CEO, Nassir Katuramu, together with our COO, Alex Rusagara, to experience our Farm to Plate model firsthand. From locally grown produce sourced from farmers to meals prepared using clean energy, the Bujyujyu Kitchen demonstrates how sustainable food systems and renewable energy can work together. Today, the kitchen supports school feeding for over 15,000 students across five schools in Rwamagana District and provides employment opportunities for more than 19 staff members. The visit, organized in partnership with the Climate Parliament and UNIDO Rwanda, highlighted the role of green investment, clean cooking innovation, and renewable energy in advancing job creation, climate action, and sustainable community development. #FarmToPlate #CleanCooking #RenewableEnergy #GreenInvestment #ClimateAction #SustainableDevelopment

15 years ago, a simple act of compassion became a movement. What started with just a few meals has grown into over 12 million meals served to patients and students, partnerships with more than 7,000 farmers, and nutritious meals reaching 30,000 children in public schools every day. Every milestone has been made possible by people who believed in the mission. We come together to celebrate 15 years of impact, resilience, and the journey ahead. The story continues. ❤️ Stay tuned. #15YearsAndBeyond #SolidTogether #NutritionForAll

❤️A remarkable speech from our founder, Isabelle Kamariza, as she reflected on the journey of Solid’Africa and expressed her heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has made these 15 years possible. From partners and supporters to volunteers, staff, and every individual who believed in our mission, her words were a reminder that this milestone belongs to everyone who has walked this journey with us. Together, we’ve built 15 years of impact. Together, we’re just getting started. #SolidAfrica15Years #15YearsOfImpact #15andBeyond #galadinner

3.2 Million Reasons to Keep Building.❤️ Every number in this report represents a life impacted. In 2025, Solid’Africa: 🍽️ Served *more than 3.2 million nutritious meals* across Rwanda. 🏥 Supported *130,000+ patients and caregivers* with *three nutritious meals a day* during their hospital stay. 🎓 Reached *150,000 students** across *six public schools* with nutritious school meals. Beyond the numbers, this report shares the voices of the people at the heart of our mission, patients, caregivers, students, and partners whose testimonies and support remind us why this work matters 👉 *Swipe right* to explore our 2025 highlights 📖 *Click the link in our bio to read the full 2025 Annual Report.* #SolidAfrica #AnnualReport2025 #HealthAndNutrition #SchoolMeals #ImpactReport

''It is incredible to see how many people are being served daily through such a well-structured system.” — @JanetKaremera CEO of the @RCBrwanda . From Rugende Farms to the kitchens serving thousands of patients and students daily, the Rwanda Convention Bureau team experienced our Farm to Plate journey firsthand. Each step, growing, preparing, and serving, showcased how well-designed systems can deliver real, lasting impact. Beyond the process, the visit sparked deeper conversations about how experiences like these can support initiatives that strengthen public nutrition systems. Every meal served is part of a bigger story, one where collaboration, care, and innovation come together to build sustainable change. This visit marks another step in our journey to scale public nutrition infrastructure in Rwanda. #SolidAfrica #ImpactTourism #FarmToPlate #Nutrition #SystemsChange

Earlier today, we had the honour of welcoming the Strategy & Policy Council from @UrugwiroVillage to Solid’Africa. They explored our Farm-to-Plate model and the full scope of our nutrition infrastructure. From production at our Rugende farm to meal preparation at our Rusororo industrial kitchen, which produces up to 23,000 meals daily for patients and students across Kigali, This visit highlighted our integrated system designed to strengthen nutrition security, support local supply chains, and advance our ongoing partnership with the Government of Rwanda. #FarmtoPlate #NutritionSecurity #Rwanda

A huge thanks to @GHA_rwanda for their successful volunteer work day! 🌱💚 The students volunteered their time, helping with harvesting, peeling, and washing fresh produce, assisting in meal service to hospital patients, and offering amazing donations of basic necessities like sanitary products, soaps, toothbrushes, clothes, and more to brighten their day. 🙌 We’re so grateful for their incredible dedication! They also had the chance to learn about our Farm-to-Plate model, seeing firsthand how we feed the people we serve—from the farm straight to the plate. #FarmToPlate #VolunteerWork #CommunityImpact #SolidAfrica