Community Resilience & Farmer Empowerment
We empower cooperatives and networks to strengthen local food systems and rural economies through capacity building and farmer-led governance.
About INOFO Africa
The Indigenous Organic Farmers Federation of Africa — farmer-led, agroecological, and rooted in local knowledge for sustainable agriculture across the continent.
Our African Journey Since 2008
Formed in 2008 under the global INOFO umbrella, INOFO Africa has evolved into an autonomous continental coalition with membership across 20+ African countries.
Our work is grounded in resilience, farmer knowledge, and community-led innovations. Through capacity building, policy advocacy, and regional programs, we support smallholder farmers to reclaim seed systems, strengthen local markets, and enhance climate resilience.
INOFO Africa brings together farmer organizations, NGOs, and grassroots movements committed to agroecology, sustainable livelihoods, and food sovereignty across the continent.
Governance Rooted in Farmer Representation
INOFO Africa combines continental coordination with regional autonomy. The Continental Council of Convenors — elected every three years — provides strategic direction, while Regional Assemblies ensure that local priorities shape our programs.
The Executive Secretariat coordinates continental programming, and a Technical Advisory Circle supports policy and training initiatives. This layered governance model ensures transparent, accountable, and inclusive decision-making from the grassroots to the continental level.
Why We Farm Organic in Africa
A regenerative approach rooted in community, culture, and climate resilience.
Organic farming in Africa is a people-powered response to food insecurity, soil degradation, and economic marginalization. By blending traditional knowledge with agroecological practices, our farmers restore ecosystems, protect biodiversity, and build livelihoods resilient to climate shocks.
Our approach prioritizes local seed systems, farmer sovereignty, and market access that benefits smallholder producers rather than extractive value chains.
Our Strategic Pillars for African Agriculture
Ecological Stewardship & Biodiversity Conservation
Our farmers safeguard biodiversity, soil health, water sources, and traditional ecological knowledge through sustainable agroecology practices.
Policy Advocacy & Farmer Voice Representation
We advocate for inclusive policies that support smallholders, youth, and women-led agricultural movements at national and continental levels.
Global Solidarity & Knowledge Exchange
We connect grassroots African farmers with regional and international allies to amplify their innovations and rights through collaborative networks.
INOFO Africa Organizational Governance Structure
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The African General Assembly (A.G.A) at community level
OFOs form national chapters with an elected coordinating team led by a National Convenor.
2
The African Council of Convenors (A.C.C) — represented by a National Convenor from each active country
The A.C.C provides governance oversight between African General Assembly sessions.
3
The Executive Committee of the African Council of Convenors — 5 representatives from Africa's subregions
Representatives elected by the A.G.A connect the regional bodies to INOFO Global and provide governance oversight.
This committee supports the INOFO Africa Secretariat to implement Assembly and Council decisions.
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The Secretariat — led by the Executive Director
Administration & Finance
Sub-region coordination (5 subregions)
Communications & Information Technology
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Leadership Council
Regional Convenors
Continental Leadership Council
The Regional Convenors form the core leadership team, guiding INOFO Africa's strategic direction and representing farmers across East, West, and Southern Africa.
Regional Convenors
East Africa
Daniel Wanjama
East Africa Regional Convenor Kenya
West Africa
Raoudath Bouraima
West Africa Regional Convenor Benin
Southern Africa
Charles K. Mubanga
President of the African Council Zambia Support Team
East Africa
Julia Kamau
Administrative Coordinator Kenya
East Africa
Julie Matovu
Executive Secretary Uganda02
Task Force
Coordination Team
4 members coordinating day-to-day operations
The TaskForce team comprises 4 members who coordinate day-to-day operations, implement strategic initiatives, and ensure effective communication across all levels of the organization.
West Africa
Nana Kwaw Adams
Taskforce Member Ghana
Southern Africa
Busisiwe Mgangxela
Taskforce Member South Africa
East Africa
Dereje Hirpa Angasa
Taskforce Member Ethiopia
Southern Africa
Neema Kwagwanji Chilalika
Taskforce Member Mozambique03
Country Leaders
National Convenors
Country Contact Persons Directory
The National Convenors lead organic farming initiatives in their respective countries, mobilizing farmers and advocating for policies that support agroecology and food sovereignty.
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ORGANIC NETWORK
We are Africa’s organic farmers – proud smallholder families dedicated to nurturing the land without harmful chemicals. By working with nature, not against it, we protect our soils, our food, and our environment. We are the guardians of safe, healthy food for today and for generations to come.
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- info@inofoafrica.org
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