Launch of FDiVi Digital Villages project

The project Fostering Digital Villages Through Innovative Advisory and Profitable Market Services in Africa (FDiVi) will work with 150 farmer groups across Malawi, Rwanda and Zimbabwe to use digital technologies, including artificial intelligence, to enhance agricultural advisory services, improve market access, and promote sharing of best practices.

Organised by the FAO Regional Office for Africa and FAO country offices in collaboration with national authorities of Malawi, Rwanda and Zimbabwe, the project launch will see leaders and technical experts come together to discuss the project objectives and implementation plan. Topics will include: 

an overall presentation of the project;

insights on country-specific activities; 

viewpoints from government representatives, partner organizations including the International Telecommunications Union and the World Bank, and FAO Representatives;

how to ensure the project activities respond effectively to the needs and challenges in the target rural locations; and 

a Q&A discussion. 

What: launch of the FDiVi project

When: 18 June, 9-11am GMT