From Knowledge to Innovation and Job Creation

Through a series of ignite talks, this AGORA 26 session highlights examples of how innovation in education, agribusiness, and technology is already creating jobs and economic opportunity across Africa. Presentations showcased scalable, home-grown solutions that are delivering tangible results and demonstrate how these approaches can be adapted and replicated.

The session was moderated by Arup Banerji, Director, Knowledge and Learning, World Bank Group. Alessandro Galli, External Relations, Umana S.p.A., provided opening remarks. 

Presenters:    

• Jehiel Oliver, Founder and CEO, Hello Tractor
• Maganga Mabula, Founder and CEO, Afya Ya Mnyama Digital Limited
• Peter Kanda, Founder and CEO, TruSource
• Norah Magero, Co-Founder and CEO, Drop Access Limited