JBQ & Agricolleges boost Africa’s agri-ed

JBQ Africa LLP, an agribusiness advisory firm, has formed a strategic alliance with Agricolleges International, an online provider of agricultural education to transform agricultural education and training throughout Africa by providing essential skills and knowledge to elevate the continent’s agricultural sector 

As per the Memorandum of Understanding, both entities will work in tandem to create and implement agricultural education programs that are both high-quality and accessible, specifically designed to meet the needs of African communities.

This joint effort aims to bridge the skills gap in Africa’s agricultural workforce, thereby fostering economic growth and societal advancement across the continent.

Empowerment through education: 

The partnership is dedicated to offering accessible, top-tier agricultural education programs, thereby enabling individuals to engage in agriculture, entrepreneurship, and agribusiness. This initiative is expected to contribute to the sustainable and profitable expansion of Africa’s agricultural industry.

Bruce Hillier and Quentin Rukingama, partners at JBQ Africa, shared their enthusiasm for the partnership, remarked, “This partnership represents a significant milestone in our mission to promote social transformation through sustainable agricultural growth in Africa. By joining forces with Agricolleges International, we aim to open access to agricultural education and upskill individuals across the continent, empowering them to contribute meaningfully to Africa’s agricultural development.”

Wynand Espach, chief operating officer of Agricolleges International, also reflected on the alliance, emphasising its potential to enhance agricultural education in Africa. “We are thrilled to work with JBQ Africa in our shared vision of advancing agricultural education and training across Africa. By combining our expertise in online learning with JBQ Africa’s deep understanding of the agricultural industry, we can reach a wider audience and equip individuals with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the agricultural sector.”