Our 2025 edition features four ongoing projects aimed at tackling critical agricultural and community challenges with innovative solutions.
Challenge
Enhancing the market value and consumer appeal of cashew nuts by eliminating their natural astringent taste, a common barrier to consumption.
Solution
Developed advanced processing techniques, including heat treatment and natural enzyme applications, to remove astringency while preserving nutritional value.
Impact
Improved market acceptance by 50% and increased local farmer income by 20%. Aimed at scaling production for export markets.
Duration
May 2025 - July 2025
Team
Grace Macuacua-Eduardo Mondlane University
Tugume Joab-Makerere University
Anirwoth Rachel-Soroti University
Omale Jeremiah John- Federal University of Technology, Minna
Ozota Leticia -University of Nigeria Nsukka
Justencia Francesco- Zambeze University
Challenge
Identifying optimal land for oil palm and cassava cultivation to maximize agricultural productivity and compute the return on investment for each dollar invested.
Solution
Implemented GIS-based mapping and soil analysis to determine suitable regions, providing detailed reports to the farmer.
Impact
Enabled the farmer to optimize land use, increasing yields by 30%. Supported sustainable land management practices.
Duration
May 2025 - July 2025
Team
Latiif Kawuma-Soroti University
Ruth Chimuanya Okoro-University of Nigeria Nsukka
Favour Obanro-Federal University of Technology Minna
Quenade Ferro-Zambeze University
Merab Akol-Makerere University
Jorge Langa-Eduardo Mondlane University
Challenge
Enhancing the supply of maize and soybean to meet the demand of the local feed processing factory in Angonia.
Solution
Introduced high-yield seed varieties and modern farming techniques, coupled with training programs for 150 farmers.
Impact
Increased production by 40% and strengthened the local food supply chain. Aimed at reducing import dependency.
Duration
May 2025 - July 2025
Team
Isabirye Simon Peter-Soroti University
Amole Felicia-Federal University of Technology, Minna
Kagoya Jacklin- Makerere University
Edmundo Isaquiel Silvestre-Zambeze University
Tarcilia Agnaldo- Eduardo Mondlane University
Owubokiri Felix-University of Nigeria Nsukka
Challenge
Addressing the scarcity of natural pasture grasses, especially during summer when grazing lands are limited.
Solution:
Developed a conservation program using drought-resistant forage crops and storage techniques for year-round feed availability.
Impact:
Reduced livestock mortality by 15% and improved milk production by 25% for 200 herders.
Duration:
April 2025 - July 2025
Team:
Maria Mário Santa Maria-Zambeze university
Chelsea Fernando-Eduardo Mondlane University
Peter Toluwani Joseph-Federal University of Technology, Minna
Specioza Chelangat-Soroti University
Eyah Christian Tochukwu-University of Nigeria Nsukka
Ssekandi Bedan-Makerere University
Our 2024 edition completed two major projects, each designed to meet community needs and demonstrate measurable impact.
Challenge
The Mozambique Agricultural Research Institute (IIAM) in Tete Province faced difficulties in ensuring the availability and management of certified seeds for local farmers. The lack of an efficient system hindered seed distribution, record keeping, and yield prediction.
Solution
The team developed a prototype for a Community Seed Bank Mobile Application and a supporting project website. The app included features for yield prediction, record keeping, and monitoring seed distribution, tailored to the needs of the local community.
Impact
The solution enhanced seed management efficiency, improved access to certified seeds, and strengthened local agricultural practices. Team members gained technical skills (web and app development), experience in international collaboration, and exposure to real-world agricultural challenges.
Duration
May 20, 2024 - August 2024
Team:
Bongo Joshua-Soroti University
Monge Macklyne-Makerere University
Osvaldo Paulo Pessuro-Zambeze University
Onuchukwu Goodness-University of Nigeria Nsukka
Marcelo Márcia Mucache-Eduardo Mondlane University
Napoleon Glory-Federal University of Technology, Minna
Challenge
Zulinkx Agro & Vet Services in Nigeria needed effective solutions for waste management and odor control, which are critical for sustainable agricultural operations.
Solution
The team proposed the use of bio-char for waste management and odor control, providing an environmentally friendly and practical approach to handling agricultural waste.
Impact
The bio-char solution improved waste management and reduced odors, benefiting local agricultural businesses and the broader community. Team members contributed through research, solution design, and collaborative problem-solving.
Duration
May 18, 2024 - July 2024
Team
Kusiima Teddy-Soroti University
Chukwuka Anthony Anigbogu-University of Nigeria, Nsukka
Maimuna Lucia Manuel-Zambeze University
Agostinho Filipe Guambe-Eduardo Mondlane University
Ismael Kisuule-Makerere University
AbdulWaheed Ayuba-Federal University of Technology, Minna