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Our first-ever AgriFund Connect Summit has kicked off!

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Doc Faffa Malan opening our first AgriFund Connect Summit. Photo: Maphuti Mongatane

Legendary veterinarian Doc Faffa Malan opened our inaugural AgriFund Connect Summit with a heartfelt prayer, setting a tone of gratitude and purpose.

At African Farming, we believe in putting God first and it shows in how intentionally successful the day kicked off. The audience was seated, attentive and fully engaged as we opened a day filled with insight, connection and impact. 


Made possible by: Land Bank | RMIS | John Deere Financial | AFGRI | Kgodiso Development Fund | FarmSol | Pannar

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