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AFRICAN AGRI INVESTMENT AWARDS 2024

The Agri Investment Indaba Awards aimed to celebrate innovation, sustainability, profitability, scalability, and entrepreneurship within the African food and agriculture sector. These awards placed a spotlight on the continent's advancements toward food security, reshaping the narrative to reflect its significant contributions to the global agriculture landscape.

For far too long, Africa has been perceived as an unpredictable place for business, with few success stories celebrated in the food and agriculture sector. The Award ceremony sought to change that narrative by showcasing excellence and rewarding those making transformative strides across the continent. Co-located with the African Agri Investment Indaba, the annual awards serve as a global platform to promote success and inspire private sector investment in African food and agriculture.

2024 CATEGORIES & WINNERS

Deal of the Year Award

Recognizing transformative transactions in the African food and agriculture sector.

Winner: GAEA Foods

Woman of the Year Award
Celebrating the achievements of an outstanding woman in advancing agriculture and food security.
Winner: Susan Payne, Chief Executive Officer, Holistic Agricultural Investments Group

Sustainability Champion Award
Honoring commitment to sustainable practices and promoting long-term ecological balance.
Winner: Urban Farm Technology

Rising Star Award

Honoring emerging talent and dedication in African agriculture.
Winner: SIPRI Mills

Innovation in Food and Agriculture Award
Recognizing groundbreaking innovations that enhance productivity and sustainability in the sector.
Winner: Sustainable Planet

Lifetime Achievement Award
Recognizing a lifetime of exceptional contributions to African agriculture.
Winner: Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President, AGRA

ADVISORY/AWARDS AUDIT PARTNER

Auditing Partner: Moore Group

The African Agri Council partnered with Moore Group as the official audit sponsor for the Agri Investment Indaba Awards. Moore Group ensured that the judging process adhered to the highest standards of fairness, accuracy, and transparency by auditing and verifying the final scores of the judges.

During the awards ceremony, following the MC's acknowledgment of the judges, Monize Kotzé from Moore Group shared a few words:
"Good evening, everyone. As your auditing partners, we are pleased to confirm that the judging process adhered to the highest standards of fairness and transparency. We’ve reviewed and verified the calculations, and I’m happy to report that all award categories are perfectly aligned. Congratulations to all the nominees and winners!"

This year’s awards reinforced the African Agri Council’s commitment to recognizing excellence and fostering innovation and sustainability within the food and agriculture sector. We look forward to celebrating even greater achievements in the years to come
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