International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)

International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is an Africa-based international non-profit research-for-development organization founded in 1967. As their slogan suggests, they are dedicated to Transforming African Agriculture. The organization focuses on generating agricultural innovations to address Africa’s most pressing challenges including hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. IITA's significant contribution to agriculture in Africa is further strengthened by its membership in the CGIAR System Organization, a global agriculture research partnership. With its headquarters in Nigeria, the organization's strategic location enables it to have a deep understanding of the agricultural landscape in Africa. While there is no publicly available information about their last investment or investment partners, the organization’s impactful mission and focus on addressing crucial societal issues make it a compelling entity for potential venture capital consideration.