Women across Africa are increasingly dominating the processing, packaging, distribution, and food service sectors within agribusiness, driven by evolving diets and expanding urban centers. This shift highlights a significant economic transformation on the continent, with women taking on more prominent roles in off-farm agri-food systems.

• Employment for women in off-farm agri-food systems in sub-Saharan Africa grew from 21% to 29% between 2005 and 2022.
• Winnie Osulah, AGRA’s Lead on Gender Integration, identifies urbanization and changing rural migration patterns as key drivers of women's increased participation.
• The African Development Bank estimates the continent's agrifood sector will grow from US$280 billion to US$1 trillion by 2030, indicating significant investment opportunities, especially in women-led enterprises.