The African Conference on Precision Agriculture (AfCPA), a transformative event aimed at driving agricultural innovation across the continent, has launched simultaneously in 10 African nations, with Egypt taking a prominent role as one of the satellite hosts.
The Egyptian session, organized by the National Authority for Remote Sensing and Space Sciences (NARSS), aligns with the overarching mission of promoting precision agriculture as a foundation for sustainable food security and economic growth across Africa.
In his opening remarks, Islam Aboulmajd, Chairperson of NARSS, underscored Egypt’s leadership in advancing agricultural technology. He highlighted the government’s investments in digital transformation and agricultural research as part of its strategy to address critical food security challenges.
“Africa possesses fertile land, abundant water resources, and a dynamic youth population, all of which are essential to securing the world’s future food supply. This conference creates a platform for collaboration among scientists, practitioners, and policymakers to realize this potential,” Aboulmajd stated.
Mohamed Aboelghar, Head of Agricultural Applications at NARSS, noted the continent’s capacity to boost agricultural productivity by 70% by 2050 through innovations like the Internet of Things (IoT). However, he also pointed out significant hurdles, including climate change, soil degradation, and inefficiencies in large-scale farming practices.
“This forum provides a vital opportunity for African experts to share knowledge and collectively tackle these challenges,” Aboelghar emphasized.
The AfCPA highlights the urgent need to adopt precision agriculture to mitigate the effects of global warming and maximize resource efficiency. The agenda features expert-led lectures, collaborative discussions, and case studies designed to shape policies for scaling sustainable practices continent-wide.
Egypt’s active participation reflects its dedication to fostering regional and international partnerships. Over the next three days, the conference aims to produce actionable recommendations to support a food-secure and sustainable future for Africa.
