Across Africa, visionary African-led companies and organizations are pioneering the organic farming movement, transforming agriculture into a sustainable, profitable, and community-driven sector. These leaders are cultivating healthy food, nurturing the land, and empowering local communities.
Here are the top 5 African-founded and African-led organizations driving the organic farming revolution:
— Agrecol Afrique (Senegal): Promotes organic and ecological agriculture in Senegal and West Africa, enhancing soil fertility, biodiversity, and sustainable farming practices.
— Elizabeth Mpofu (Zimbabwe): Small-scale organic farmer and activist, founder of ZIMSOFF (Zimbabwe Smallholder Organic Farmers Forum), advocating for food sovereignty and smallholder farmers’ rights.
— Agnes Kalibata (Rwanda): Agricultural scientist and policymaker, former Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources, president of AGRA, promoting sustainable agricultural practices across Africa.
— Farmer Tantoh (Cameroon): Founder of the Save Your Future Association (SYFA), promoting organic farming and agroforestry while empowering communities.
— Roland Fomundam (Cameroon): Founder of Greenhouse Ventures, advancing organic farming through innovative technologies and sustainable practices.
These African-led organizations and individuals are at the forefront of the continent’s organic farming movement. Through innovation, education, and advocacy, they are transforming agriculture into a sustainable, community-driven sector, ensuring food security and environmental stewardship.
This ranking highlights African-founded and African-led organizations and individuals actively promoting organic farming across the continent. Selection was based on leadership, impact, innovation, and contribution to sustainable agriculture. Data was compiled from organizational reports and media coverage, updated as of August 2025.
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