
Adam Gerstenmier
@adamgerstenmier
AGRA staff supporting #FoodSystems transformation. A champion for inclusive & sustainable development. “We’re all in this together.”
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It was an honor to have had audience with Rwandan President Paul Kagame Paul Kagame this afternoon. I deeply appreciate his vision and support for the African School of Governance (ASG) African School of Governance (ASG) and his commitment to Africa’s progress and transformation. Hailemariam Dessalegn

During my audience yesterday with the Rwandan President and African School of Governance (ASG) Co-Founder Paul Kagame Presidency | Rwanda during which I briefed him on the progress ASG has made so far and future plans, President Kagame was keen on how this world-class African institution can make a


Today, Hon. Mark Cyubahiro Bagabe, PhD received a delegation from AGRA - Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems. led by its President Agnes M. Kalibata for a consultative meeting on new areas of collaboration for food systems transformation in Rwanda. AGRA is investing $50M over the next 5 years to support this vision. #FoodSystems



During the weekend I was received by H. E. Hailemariam Dessalegn , former Prime Minister of Ethiopia and Co-Founder ( with H.E. Paul Kagame ) of the African School of Governance African School of Governance (ASG) , at his office in Kigali. I briefed PM Dessalegn on progress with full operationalization of the


I joined our partners International Fund for Agricultural Development, World Bank, EU in Sierra Leone, WFP Sierra Leone, FAO in Sierra Leone & others at the Agricultural Sector Donor Working Group on #FeedSalone progress & scaling our initiatives together. Partners have answered Barram's call to #FeedSalone, and they are



We’re thrilled to welcome Mark Nkurunziza as VP of Finance & Operations! With 25+ years’ of leadership at MTN Rwanda , Rwanda Development Board & RwandAir, Mark will enhance ASG’s mission to develop transformative African leaders. #GovernanceinAfrica #ASG4Africa


CAADP SUMMIT is here ! Republic of Uganda is set & ready to host African Union CAADP Kampala Summit from 9-11 Jan 2025. AU Heads of State & Government, Ministers, high level dignitaries and over 2000 delegates will be in attendance Join the conversation #CAADPKampala25

Honored to be appointed President of AGRA - Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems. ; agra.org/news/agra-appo…


“The first step for Africa to reclaim its greatness is to build an understanding and appreciation of its history, political economy and empowered mindsets in its leaders. Basing on this solid foundation, leaders can then shape Africa’s trajectory,” asserted H.E. Hailemariam Dessalegn.



Amazing opportunity to be part of the inaugural MPA class African School of Governance (ASG)! For anyone looking for a world class applied degree program to help take on some of the continent’s greatest challenges & opportunities. #ApplyNow AfricaProgressPanel African Center for Economic Transformation (ACET) Africa CEO Forum ECA


Great opportunity with African Food Fellowship ⬇️ Check it out today if interested in developing the best network, knowledge, & skills for #foodsystems transformation. Rwanda Youth In Agribusiness Forum AFS Forum AGRA - Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems. GoGettaz Africa Rwanda Development Board



This afternoon, H.E. President Julius Maada Bio’s cabinet approved a major boost to the poultry sector. Among its measures: one locally produced egg per child (ages 3–6) will be provided daily through the MBSSE school feeding program. This is a game-changer. It will drive up


Today at #UNFSS+4 in Addis Ababa, I will share how #SierraLeone—under the leadership of H.E President Julius Maada Bio—has succeeded in making #FeedSalone a national food systems transformation agenda. Honoured to open the session with my counterpart from the Solomon Islands.
