Egerton University is proud to announce its participation in the upcoming Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) Second Triennial Conference scheduled for Windhoek, Namibia, from August 12th to 16th, 2024. The conference, themed "Operationalising Higher Agricultural Education and Research Ecosystems for Innovation, Industrialisation, and Economic Development in Africa: A Call for Action", will be a pivotal moment for the continent's agricultural sector.
A highlight of the conference will be the launch of TAGDev 2.0, a program designed to strengthen universities and Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions in driving an inclusive, equitable, and climate-resilient transformation of Africa's agriculture and agrifood systems.
TAGDev 2.0 focuses on experiential learning, skilling, and empowering young people to become leaders in African agriculture. As a leading institution in agricultural education, Egerton University is committed to contributing its expertise and resources to the success of this program.
The opening ceremony of the RUFORUM Conference will officially launch TAGDev 2.0, bringing together over 1000 delegates, including policymakers, academics, researchers, young entrepreneurs, and farmers. Egerton University will actively participate in the conference, showcasing its contributions to agricultural innovation and education while fostering collaborations and partnerships to advance Africa's agricultural development.
Egerton University will also be showcasing its achievements in research and innovation through various exhibitions and presentations. The University’s commitment to addressing the challenges facing African agriculture through education, research, and community engagement will be highlighted during the conference.
Agnes Mwangi
