11th & 12th Feb 2026
The Agribusiness in Africa is becoming a lucrative spot to invest in and capture, especially when you own such technology and solutions that will change the landscape of its agribusiness industry.
With that being said, Africa holds vast potential, and in this blog, we will discuss three of the most recent agri-investments that will help you understand why this continent is highly anticipated for business expansion.
1- Google’s New Plan to Uplift Africa’s AI Industry by Investing $37 million
Google’s new transformative plan to support innovation and provide advanced technological tools on the continent is one of the biggest moves taken so far. Industries that will benefit are Agriculture, Education, and Linguistic Heritage.
Agriculture is said to enjoy a significant portion of the mega investment, as we already know that AI in agriculture is in much demand across Africa.
What’s even more interesting is that African farmers (both small-scale and large-scale) will benefit from this. They will get AI help to forecast droughts, grow stronger crops and fight climate change threats. It builds on their existing knowledge and resilience, turning them into global leaders in high-tech, sustainable farming.
Feeding all mouths in Africa is trending, and with this, it will become a lot easier to predict and stop food shortages, increase harvests, and create climate adaptation strategies that the rest of the world can learn from. This is also one of the additions in the African Food Security Strategy
Read: Top Agriculture Technologies in the African Agribusiness Sector
2- Kenya’s $96 Million Galana-Kulalu Project for Agriculture Upliftment
Kenya is one of the most progressive agriculture and technology-driven countries in East Africa that recently launched the KSh 12.5 billion Galana-Kulalu Irrigation Project, a landmark initiative designed to transform East Africa's agricultural landscape and build resilience against climate change.
This innovative agriculture upliftment project aims to enhance the agriculture sector by doubling the crops through advanced irrigation systems, ensuring consistent crop production even during periods of drought.
With that being said, the project is also targeting sustainability through efficient water management technologies and contemporary farming techniques that are expected to help increase the yield of staple crops.
3- IFAD and EADB Strategic Partnership to Fund East Africa's Agribusiness Industry
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the East African Development Bank (EADB) came together as Strategic Partners earlier this year to uplift rural food security programs in East Africa.
Read the entire news here.
This agriculture upliftment strategic investment targets to provide much-needed loans and investments to boost food production, enhance climate resilience, and accelerate rural economic growth. This is one of the most powerful investments that will strengthen the agriculture sector on the continent.
In the past, IFAD has contributed around US$2.3 billion to 51 ongoing projects in 22 East and Southern African nations.
Register for the 9th Africa Agri Expo on 11th and 12th Feb, 2026 at KICC, Nairobi, Kenya!
As the largest agriculture trade show in Africa, this is the go-to event for those interested in developing their network, acquiring channel partners and propagating business. The AAE 2026 trade show will feature the latest technologies and solutions for agriculture, including farm machinery, irrigation systems, greenhouses, fertilizers/agrochemicals, seeds, and more from all over the world.
Registration Link is Here.