Urban vertical farming is transforming African cities from concrete spaces into productive, green food-growing ecosystems.
With rising food demand, limited land, and increased pressure on traditional agriculture, a new wave of innovators is proving that fresh produce can be grown right where people live.
From aeroponic towers to controlled-environment indoor farms, these companies are reshaping how food moves from seed to table across the continent.
Below are the Top 5 Urban Vertical Farming Companies in Africa as of Q4 2025. The ranking is based on verified operations, technological innovation, urban presence, and measurable contributions to urban agriculture.
— Agrotonomy / Tower Farm Africa: Builds aeroponic tower farms across Kenya, Nigeria, Cape Verde, Ghana, and more, using up to 95 percent less water while enabling year-round production.
— Vertifarm (South Africa): Operates one of the continent’s most advanced indoor vertical farms, producing microgreens and specialty crops under highly efficient, controlled-environment systems.
— Vertical Farming Pty Ltd (South Africa): Provides turnkey hydroponic and vertical farming solutions, including container farms and rooftop systems, serving users across South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Zambia.
— Soilless Farm Lab (Nigeria): Runs hydroponic and aeroponic farms while delivering training and precision agriculture services that strengthen Nigeria’s urban food ecosystem.
— Vertical and Micro Gardening VMG (Uganda): Designs accessible vertical farming towers for balconies, offices, and community spaces, empowering thousands of urban households to grow their own food.
More companies are entering the vertical farming space, but these five stand out for their innovation, urban impact, and measurable contributions to Africa’s modern agriculture landscape.
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