From learning to action: Agrihub Nigeria’s role in rural youth employment

The Agrihub Nigeria team recently participated in the Learning and Reflection Forum on Creating Employment Opportunities for Rural Youth under the Integrated Agribusiness Hub (ABH) Program, co-funded by BMZ, VISA Foundation, and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). The IFAD-organized forum took place in Kigali, Rwanda, bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders from different African countries, all united by the common goal of improving the employment prospects of young people in agriculture.

The forum aimed to promote the exchange of experiences, lessons learned, and best practices in creating employment and entrepreneurship opportunities for rural youth. Over two days, participants engaged in stimulating plenary sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities. They focused on several key areas, including promoting entrepreneurship among rural youth, creating quality jobs, targeting and inclusion strategies, and promoting green jobs and digitalization.

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