Accelerating African Agribusinesses
Accelerating African Agribusinesses
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.
Founder and CEO, Pâtisserie Al-Zouère
Assan Ibrahim Hadjara is a Nigerien entrepreneur, youth leader, and advocate for agrifood innovation. She is the founder and chief executive officer of Pâtisserie Al-Zouère, in Zinder-based enterprise dedicated to promoting locally sourced agricultural products through the production of healthy foods while creating economic opportunities for women and young people.
Through her enterprise, she trains women and youth in agrifood processing, entrepreneurship, and income-generating activities, with the vision of making agribusiness a driver of sustainable development in Niger.
Recognized for her commitment to youth leadership, women's entrepreneurship, and social innovation, she has participated in several leadership programs across Africa and has received national and international recognition for her contributions to the agrifood sector.
In 2026, she was appointed Country Representative – Niger for African Food Changemakers (AFC), where she supports the growth of Africa's agrifood ecosystem by fostering partnerships, strengthening agripreneurs, and promoting innovative solutions.
Accelerating African Agribusinesses
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