Cultivating Leaders for Africa’s Agrifood Future
TAGDev 2.0 partners with Egerton University to institutionalize transformative education, empowering graduates to drive sustainable agrifood innovation across Africa.
Students
enrolled across all cohorts
Programmes
spanning agrifood systems
Scholarships
full-board awards given
Cohorts
running 2022 – 2028
About TAGDev
12 universities.
12 countries.
One shared harvest.
TAGDev 2.0 unites RUFORUM, the Mastercard Foundation, GCHERA and 12 African universities to skill and empower young people to drive inclusive, climate-resilient agrifood systems across the continent.
12 partner universities — across Kenya, Uganda, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Nigeria, Morocco & more
Full-board scholarships — prioritising women, persons with disabilities, and refugee communities
15,000 jobs targeted — through youth-led agribusiness by 2028
Connecting universities to Africa’s agrifood transformation
Building the next generation of agrifood innovators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders — from campus to countryside.
Explore ProgrammeProgramme outcomes
TAGDev 2.0 expected
outcomes.
From classrooms to cooperatives — equipping graduates to transform Africa’s agrifood systems at every level.
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Education & training
Skilling
Skilled young women and men run businesses and create job opportunities for self & others
Agriculture
Climate smart technologies
Farmers adopt climate smart agricultural practices for enhanced agricultural production and productivity
Entrepreneurship
Job Creation
15,000 jobs by empowering young women & men with skills, resources, and opportunities in agribusiness.
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Latest news & updates
April 25, 2026
TAGDev-UMB Meeting Kicks Off at Egerton University with Strong Call for Transformation
In line with the TAGDev 2.0 program's commitment to institutional accountability, transparency, and alignment with university priorities, the program has organized a two-day high-level meeting bringing together members of the University Management Board (UMB) led by the Vice Chancellor Prof Isaac Kibwage, the Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic Research & Extension Prof. Bernard Aduda, the Deputy Vice chancellor Administration, Finance and Planning Prof. George Muthaa among other UMB members aimed to provide updates on program implementation progress and obtain strategic guidance from the Board.
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March 18, 2026
2026 Call for scholarship application
Call for Scholarship Applications under the TAGDev 2.0 Programme for the 2026/2027 Academic Year at Egerton University
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December 11, 2025
Reimagining Higher Education-Practical Pathways for Impactful, Industry-Ready Learning in Africa
The global higher education landscape is undergoing rapid transformation driven by the need for employability, innovation, inclusivity, and stronger university-industry linkages. At the 21st RUFORUM AGM in Gaborone, Botswana, distinguished scholars and practitioners from Europe and Africa unpacked practical pathways for rethinking higher education systems to produce labour-market-ready, entrepreneurial, and globally competitive graduates.
Read moreVoice of Impact
TAGDev at Egerton University empowered me to pursue a Master of Science in Animal Nutrition while providing invaluable leadership, exposure, and international learning opportunities. From serving as a learner judge at ASK Nakuru to gaining hands-on experience through a farm internship programme in Denmark, it profoundly shaped my career and global perspective.
Haron Juma Masai
MSc. Animal Nutrition · Egerton University
What's on
Calendar of events
Tagdev Agribusiness Expo And Field Day
TAGDev 2.0 Program at Egerton University is pleased to invite all staff, students, and stakeholders to the TAGDev Agribusiness Expo and Field Day scheduled for 12th June 2026. The field day will be held at TAGDev Model Farm, located opposite Egerton University Gate B while the Agribusiness Expo will be conducted at Physical Science Complex.
Register for the Youth Empowerment for Self Employment
Are you a young person 18-35 years ready to turn your work experience into a thriving self-employment venture? TAGDev 2.0 is implementing a youth employment program in Kenya which aims to empower youth with work experience to create sustainable businesses in the agrifood sector.
Opportunity for Not in Employment, Education, or in Training(NEET) Training Youths
TAGDev Egerton University is offering support to NEET youth with experience in tree nurseries management, mechanical repair in agricultural transport & machineries, textiles and, agricultural produce & food logistics to establish viable enterprises.
TAGDev 2.0 program 21st Century skills Training
The TAGDev 2.0 Program invites Egerton University students to apply for training in 21st Century Skills. The sessions will run throughout the semester, mainly on weekends and evenings. Participants who successfully complete all modules will be awarded certificates.
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