In the margins of the Annual Meetings of the African Development Bank (AfDB) in Brazzaville, Financial Afrik interviewed Gerardine Mukeshimana, Vice President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
A recognized figure in agricultural and rural development in Africa, Gerardine Mukeshimana is known for her high-level technical expertise, fueled by solid field experience, a deep understanding of agricultural financing issues, and a vast network with multilateral development banks and international climate funds.
Before joining IFAD in August 2023, Gerardine made a lasting impact on the African agricultural landscape by serving for nearly a decade as the Minister of Agriculture and Animal Resources in Rwanda. Under her leadership, the Rwandan agricultural sector underwent a remarkable transformation, driven by accelerated modernization, increased private investment in agribusiness, and pioneering mobilization of climate financing for agricultural resilience.
