Who we are
We are believers in the power of research
CAFRI is a social enterprise seeking to eradicate African hunger through research. It provides a platform for collaborative research, knowledge sharing, and networking among African food researchers.
The African population is expected to reach 2.5 billion by 2050, which means more mouths to feed.
For Africa to be positioned to feed these people and play a significant role in the global food system without harming the environment, targeted and collaborative research on African food products, demand-driven innovation, and the use of emerging technology in the food system must accelerate.
Think of CAFRI as the platform to make this happen, focusing on innovation, artificial intelligence, market insight, and environmental sustainability.
What we do
The CAFRI’s RAT Model
The CAFRI’s Research, Advocacy and Training (RAT) Model is our comprehensive approach to accelerating the transformation of the African food system.
Research
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We conduct impact-driven and cutting-edge research in African foods, provide tools and resources to facilitate innovation of African indigenous food products and create a platform for researchers to access funds and collaborate with stakeholders to drive impact.
Advocacy
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We engage in research-driven policy advocacy for the African food system, disseminate research findings to relevant stakeholders through periodic publications, support food innovation via hackathons, and assist innovators in accessing funding.
Training
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Our trainings empower African food researchers and food industry professionals. We seek their skills through workshops and mentorship for the next generation of African food experts. We also facilitate networking opportunities for researchers.
Join the African
Food Research Community
As a Member
If you want to unlock the full potential of CAFRI, becoming a subscribed member is the first step you should take. As a member, you will gain exclusive access to incentives and supports that are not available to the general public.
As a Volunteer
If you share a deep passion for accelerating the food system and want to make a real difference, CAFRI is the perfect platform for you to volunteer your time, skills, and expertise can help create significant impacts and drive positive change.
As a Partner
Our doors are wide open for collaborations with organizations, institutions, and companies operating in the food or related sectors. We are keen to join hands with partners who share our research, innovation, training, and advocacy values.
A food solutions for African by Africans
Beyond the farm –
A Holistic Approach
Many interventions to improve the African Food system focus mainly on enhancing farming output and farmers while doing little or nothing for the post-farm components such as food product development, manufacturing, and other related areas.
However, if Africa is to successfully feed the 25% of the world population that would reside in it by 2050 and compete favourably in the global food market, we need a more comprehensive approach. The Centre for African Food Research and Innovation, CAFRI, is bridging this gap.
Our scorecard for
Transformation
As we strive to make a positive impact on the food system, we recognize the importance of focusing our efforts where we can be most effective. We have identified four areas where we have the greatest strengths and potential for strategic impact. These areas are our laser-focused priorities.
Committed to
feeding the mind that feed Africa
Accelerating Excellence in Food Research in Africa.
