CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION FOR YOUTH-LED FOOD SYSTEM TRANSFORMATION IN AFRICA
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2024-01-30
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Rogito, Jeremiah
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Journal of Innovation, Creativity and Art
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This paper examines the pivotal role of youth in transforming Africa's agri-food systems through creativity and innovation. With over 60% of its population under 25, Africa's youth are instrumental in driving agricultural advancement and achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs). The paper discusses the challenges facing African agriculture, such as limited resource access and low technological adoption, and how young Africans are countering these through innovative solutions like climate-smart agriculture, artificial intelligence, and blockchain technology. These technologies not only improve productivity and sustainability but are also vital in adapting to and mitigating the impacts of climate change. The paper highlights the importance of agritech startups in creating employment opportunities and enhancing supply chain efficiency. It emphasizes the need for supportive policy frameworks, including access to finance, educational integration of modern agricultural technologies, and establishment of agritech incubation centers. The transformative potential of these youth-led initiatives is significant for both food security and economic growth, marking a substantial shift towards a more resilient and prosperous African agriculture sector.
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Rogito, J. (2024). CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION FOR YOUTH-LED FOOD SYSTEM TRANSFORMATION IN AFRICA. Journal of Innovation, Creativity and Art, 3(1), 40–44. Retrieved from https://jica.innovascience.uz/index.php/jica/article/view/444