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Transforming African Agricultural Universities to Meaningfully Contribute to Africa’s Growth and Development (TAGDev)

TAGDEV 2.0 is a collaborative between RUFORUM, Mastercard Foundation, the Global Confederation of Higher Education Associations for Agricultural and life Sciences (GCHERA) and 12 African universities namely Egerton University (Kenya), Gulu University (Uganda), Africa University (Zimbabwe), University of Cape Coast (Ghana), Universite Nationale d’Agriculture (Benin), University of Bamenda (Cameroon), University of Free State (South Africa), Universite Mohammed VI, Polytechnique (Morocco), Uganda Martyrs University (Uganda), University of Eldoret (Kenya), University of Port Harcourt (Nigeria) and Malawi University of Science and Technology (Malawi). The main goal is to strengthen universities and TVET institutions to better serve communities by skilling and empowering Africa’s young people and their institutions to drive inclusive, equitable and climate resilient transformative agriculture and agrifood systems

Skilling

Skilled young women and men run businesses and create job opportunities for self & others

Climate smart technologies

Farmers adopt climate smart agricultural practices for enhanced agricultural production and productivity

Job Creation

15,000 jobs by empowering young women & men with skills, resources, and opportunities in agribusiness and related sectors.

LATEST NEWS AND UPDATES

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

2026 Call for scholarship application

Call for Scholarship Applications under the TAGDev 2.0 Programme for the 2026/2027 Academic Year at Egerton University

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

VOICE 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 program in Denmark, the program profoundly shaped my career and global perspective. I am truly grateful for this life-changing opportunity.

Calendar Of Events

03Jun

Tagdev Agribusiness Expo And Field Day

TAGDev 2.0 Program at Egerton University is pleased to invite all staff, students, and...

13Nov

Are you a young person 18-35 years ready to turn your work experience into a thriving...

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TAGDEV 2.0 is a collaborative between RUFORUM, Mastercard Foundation, the Global Confederation of Higher Education Associations for Agricultural and life Sciences (GCHERA) and 12 African universities

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Institutionalizing Transformative Education

Egerton Alumni Take the Spotlight at the RUFORUM Investors Summit in Gaborone, Botswana

RUFORUM Annual General Meeting

Building Stronger Cooperatives for Farmers and Youth Livelihood Development

21st RUFORUM Annual General Meeting