Our Ambassadors are innovative leaders who are passionate about the African agricultural landscape and committed to the growth of the African agri-food sector. They share the African Food Changemakers vision of a flourishing, sustainable and just food system in Africa.
Together with our Team and Board of Directors, the African Food Changemakers Ambassadors are determined to contribute to our mission of driving profitable and sustainable growth of the African agriculture and food landscapes by attracting, empowering, equipping, connecting and celebrating over 1 Million dynamic and innovative young African agri-food entrepreneurs. across the continent for the transformation of Africa’s agricultural landscape.
CEO, Best Food Solutions Plus
NIYOMWUNGERE Eloge is an impact-driven leader, a visionary entrepreneur, and the Founder & CEO of Best Food Solutions Plus, a socially driven enterprise in Burundi that adds value to locally produced chili by transforming it into chili oil, powder, and sun-dried varieties. Through this innovative venture, Eloge is not only creating economic opportunities but also promoting sustainable agribusiness in the region.
A proud alumnus of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), Eloge has been widely recognized for his impactful work. He is the recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Innovation Week Award 2021 by UNDP Burundi and the GoGettaz Agripreneur Prize 2022 – Impact Award, a highly competitive recognition by Generation Africa that honored him as one of the most impactful agripreneurs across the continent.
His inspiring journey and leadership have earned him a spot in Jimbere Magazine’s Top 10 Most Inspiring Personalities of 2022 in Burundi. Currently, he serves as the Generation Africa Brand Ambassador in Burundi while actively managing and scaling his chili-based agribusiness.
Beyond his enterprise, Eloge has contributed significantly to youth empowerment and innovation across East Africa. He has collaborated with organizations such as the Kafeero Foundation (Uganda), training young leaders in business design, user-centered design, product development, and digital skills. His leadership also includes roles such as Regional Director at TBCIntv.UK, an international digital media platform, and Country Coordinator for the Young African Network for Global Goals (YANGG) in Burundi, where he supported the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Driven by a deep passion for entrepreneurship and a belief in Africa’s potential, Eloge is committed to transforming the continent through homegrown solutions and empowering the next generation of African changemakers. In his spare time, he enjoys reading and exploring innovative business ideas.