The Africa Food Systems Forum 2025 is planned for 31 August – 4 September. The Forum themed, ‘Africa’s Youth Leading Collaboration, Innovation, and Implementation of Agri-Food Systems Transformation”, is the continent’s leading platform for advancing inclusive and sustainable food systems.
Convening in Senegal under the leadership of H.E. President Bassirou Diomaye Diakhar FAYE, the Forum will bring together leaders from government, business, research, development, and youth networks to drive bold solutions.
FOLU Kenya and partners will be hosting a side event “Scaling Circular Food Systems: Youth Action” at the AFS Forum 2025. From regenerative agriculture and reducing food loss and waste to healthier diets and innovative uses of by-products, youth and MSMEs are at the forefront of building resource-efficient, sustainable agrifood systems.
Through interactive dialogue and real-life case studies, this session will highlight gender-inclusive approaches, policy alignment, and partnerships that can scale circular innovations while strengthening youth agencies in shaping Africa’s food future.
Speakers:
Keynote address by Dr. Susan Chomba – Director of Vital Landscapes, WRI Africa
- Eric Ruzigamanzi – Country Representative, WRI Rwanda
- Annette Muindi –Project Officer Influencing and Advocacy, GAIN
- Amani Twagirayezu- Managing Director, Triumvirate Food
- Mukami Mutigo – Finance and Partnerships, Regen Organics
- Abass Mbathie – Director, Api Agro, Regional Director Small Holder Africa & Founder Abass National Foundation (FAN)
- Tilahun Amede – Director, Sustainable farming, Climate adaptation and Resilience, AGRA
What to expect:
- Inspiring stories from youth and MSMEs driving circular agrifood innovations—from regenerative agriculture to food loss and waste reduction.
- Interactive dialogue on building inclusive partnerships and aligning policies to scale solutions.
- Case studies on gender-inclusive approaches that boost sustainability and empower youth in food systems.
- Practical insights on resource-efficient practices that turn waste into opportunity.
Partners:
World Resources Institute (WRI), Circular Food Systems for Rwanda (CIRF), The Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN), Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN), Regen Organics.
