Across the African continent, agriculture remains the backbone of many economies, employing more than 60% of the population. Yet the sector faces critical challenges — from climate change and unpredictable rainfall to limited access to markets and finance. At the same time, Africa’s youth population is growing rapidly, with nearly 60% under the age of 25. The convergence of these two realities makes the case for innovation urgent.

Artificial intelligence (AI) offers a new frontier of possibilities for transforming African agriculture — and young people are at the center of this shift.