Future of Food in Africa, Powered by UM6P - #FII6 - Day 2
1IMPACT: THE FUTURE OF FOOD IN AFRICA, POWERED BY MOHAMMED VI POLYTECHNIC
UNIVERSITY (UM6P) I Future Investment Initiative 6th Edition
NOW: The African continent is facing its most significant food shortage in history. Global climate change is rapidly deteriorating food access across the continent, which today remains the world’s largest importer of food. Shortages have placed unsustainable pressure on natural ecosystems, leading to widespread soil degradation, reduction in water available for agriculture, and crop vulnerability to pests and diseases – all of which may cause irreparable damage lasting generations. And solutions might be found across the spectrum, from global efforts to local community organizations.
NEXT: With the necessary expertise to support sustainable development in Africa, Mohamed VI Polytechnic University and its partners are fully engaged in multiple strategic initiatives for the future of Africa. Will investments in emerging technological solutions, like the One Health concept, allow Africa to restore and conserve its natural ecosystems while ensuring food sustainability, nutritional security, and safety in its rapidly growing population?
SPEAKERS
● Dirk Aleven, CEO, Food Ventures
● Ryan Lefers, Co-Founder & Group CEO, Red Sea Farms
● Philippe Rombaut, Owner & CEO, Agropolychim
● Dr. Leonardus Vergutz, Professor & Chair, Soil Sciences, Mohamed VI
Polytechnic University
● Dr. Joann Whalen, Professor & James McGill Professor, McGill
University
MODERATOR
● Dr. Mustapha El Bouhssini, Professor, Entomology; Program Lead, Biodiversity & Plant Sciences, AgroBioSciences Department, Mohamed VI Polytechnic University