STREAMING EU AFRICA

Meet our Partner Bundesverband IT-Mittelstand e.V. (BITMi). Within STREAMING, BITMi contributes its expertise to strengthening digital ecosystems and innovation capacities that support sustainable and circular agri-food value chains across Africa. Our partner ,BITMi ,has been featured in Table.Briefings (Africa section) and recognized as one of the 100 key figures in the Africa Table scene by Table.Media Germany. This recognition celebrates BITMi’s leadership in digital transformation, innovation, and international cooperation, particularly in driving technology-enabled solutions for Africa’s sustainable development. Together, STREAMING and BITMi are helping to create resilient, inclusive, and digitally empowered agri-food chains, linking European know-how with African innovation to promote shared growth and sustainability. Congratulations to Dr. Geraldine Schmitz and our partners at BITMi for this well-deserved recognition,a true reflection of their impact and vision! 🔬__ Funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe programme (Grant No. 101182256) _🇪🇺 European Commission, Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf , Bavarian Research Alliance (BayFOR) GmbH, Western Balkans Institute, GS1 Germany GmbH, Rwanda ICT Chamber, Uniwersytet Rolniczy im. Hugona Kołłątaja w Krakowie, University of the Free State, UNIVERSITE DU SINE SALOUM EL-HÂDJ IBRAHIMA NIASS,Wageningen University & Research FOST - Interdisciplinary Historical Food Studies, JARAMOGI OGINGA ODINGA UNIVERSITY, Université de Kara, University of Gabes Arsi University official #STREAMING #EUAFRICA #DigitalInnovation #FoodSystems #AgriFood #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #BITMi #AfricaTable #Tech4Agri #Collaboration #InnovationInAfrica

Honoured to be featured by FCI4Africa Team at #SynergyDays in Rotterdam. The event showcased how collaboration and innovation are key to strengthening the agri-food sector and advancing sustainable food systems. #Innovation #AgriFood #Sustainability #EUProjects #Synergy #STREAMINGproject __ Funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe programme (Grant No. 101182256) _🇪🇺 European Commission, Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf , Bavarian Research Alliance (BayFOR) GmbH, Western Balkans Institute, GS1 Germany GmbH, Rwanda ICT Chamber, Uniwersytet Rolniczy im. Hugona Kołłątaja w Krakowie, University of the Free State, UNIVERSITE DU SINE SALOUM EL-HÂDJ IBRAHIMA NIASS, Wageningen University & Research FOST - Interdisciplinary Historical Food Studies, JARAMOGI OGINGA ODINGA UNIVERSITY, Université de Kara, University of Gabes. INCiTiS-FOOD FoodSafety4Africa

On October 23, 2025, the Innovation Fair 2025 took place in Brussels (and online) with the motto “Enabling that step forward” We are delighted that our project management partner Bayerische Forschungsallianz (BayFOR) GmbH was there to share insights on our STREAMING project. Special thanks to Melanie Schulte who showcased STREAMING’s approach through an interactive exhibition. The event offered an excellent opportunity to connect with innovators, researchers, start-ups, and policy experts from across Europe and Africa — all dedicated to fostering sustainable growth and equitable trade systems. We are proud to have been part of such an inspiring event and look forward to continuing the collaboration and impact that STREAMING is driving! #InnovationFair2025 #STREAMINGproject #EUResearch #SustainableFoodSystems #EuropeAfrica #Innovation #Trade #Collaboration 🔬__ Funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe programme (Grant No. 101182256) _🇪🇺 European Commission, Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf , Bayerische Forschungsallianz (BayFOR) GmbH, Western Balkans Institute, GS1 Germany GmbH, Rwanda ICT Chamber, Uniwersytet Rolniczy im. Hugona Kołłątaja w Krakowie, University of the Free State, UNIVERSITE DU SINE SALOUM EL-HÂDJ IBRAHIMA NIASS, Wageningen University & Research FOST - Interdisciplinary Historical Food Studies, JARAMOGI OGINGA ODINGA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (JOOUST), Université de Kara, University of Gabes Copyright © 2025 STREAMING Project

World Food Day reminds us that over 735 million people face hunger worldwide, while one-third of all food goes to waste. Non-tariff barriers such as complex import rules and sanitary restrictions often slow food trade, raising prices and limiting access in vulnerable regions. STREAMING EU AFRICA contributes to sustainable farming systems that provide consumers with affordable, safe, healthy and sustainable food. On this World Food Day we are happy to be accelerating the transition to sustainable, healthy and inclusive food systems, delivering co-benefits for climate change mitigation and adaptation, environmental sustainability and circularity, sustainable healthy diets and nutrition, food poverty reduction, empowered citizens and communities, and flourishing food businesses, while ensuring food safety and the economic sustainability of EU food systems during the transition. 🔬__ Funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe programme (Grant No. 101182256) _🇪🇺 European Commission, European Research Executive Agency (REA),Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf , Bavarian Research Alliance (BayFOR) GmbH Western Balkans Institute, GS1 Germany GmbH, Rwanda ICT Chamber, Uniwersytet Rolniczy im. Hugona Kołłątaja w Krakowie, University of the Free State, UNIVERSITE DU SINE SALOUM EL-HÂDJ IBRAHIMA NIASS, Wageningen University & Research FOST - Interdisciplinary Historical Food Studies, JARAMOGI OGINGA ODINGA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (JOOUST), Université de Kara, University of Gabes #HorizonEU #EUfunded #STREAMINGProject #FoodSecurity #SustainableFood #Partnership #EUAFRICA #WorldFoodDay Copyright © 2025 STREAMING Project

🌍 FCI4Africa is turning 1️⃣ this November! In our first 12 months, we have established strong synergies with four key projects that are shaping the future of African food systems: ✅ FoodSafety4Africa ✅ INCiTiS-FOOD ✅ HEurope modernAKIS ✅ STREAMING EU AFRICA 🤝 These collaborations show how shared expertise, joint actions, and innovation can foster sustainable, equitable, and resilient agri-food systems. 📖 Read more in our blog post: https://lnkd.in/dH3gQiVF #FCI4Africa #HorizonEU #ResearchIpactEU #Synergies #Africa #SafeFood #FairTrade

🌽 How can Europe and Africa build food systems that are fair, healthy, and sustainable, while also creating opportunities for the next generation? 🚨 With Africa’s growing youth population facing high unemployment and precarious informal jobs, the challenge is urgent. But what if research, innovation, and entrepreneurship could come together to reshape trade, farming, and food systems across continents? Meet STREAMING EU AFRICA (Sustainable Trade Regimes with Europe and Africa through Mapping Innovation, New-technology and Growth-mindset)! This EU-funded project aims to: 🔸 Develop strategies for sustainable, climate-resilient food trade systems. 🔸 Foster innovation hubs and AI-based platforms connecting researchers, startups, and farmers. 🔸 Support women entrepreneurs and empower farmers through hybrid training. 🔸 Reduce post-harvest losses and promote plant-based diets & alternative proteins. 🔸 Remove non-tariff trade barriers and strengthen EU–Africa collaboration. At Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Prof. Frits Heinrich and the FOST - Interdisciplinary Historical Food Studies team contribute by bringing in “innovation through tradition”. By studying historical food practices, forgotten crops, and traditional circular approaches, FOST helps design low-cost, high-impact solutions for today’s challenges. Additionally, FOST will actively contribute these outputs to the platform and hubs, to the start-ups supported through STREAMING, and to the training and coaching programs. STREAMING unites leading partners across Europe and Africa, including: 🔸 Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf 🔸 Wageningen University & Research 🔸 University Of Agriculture in Krakow 🔸 University of Gabes 🔸 UNIVERSITE DU SINE SALOUM EL-HÂDJ IBRAHIMA NIASS 🔸 Université de Kara 🔸 JARAMOGI OGINGA ODINGA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (JOOUST) 🔸 ARSI UNIVERSITY 🔸 University of the Free State 🔸 Western Balkans Institute 🔸 Bavarian Research Alliance (BayFOR) GmbH 🔸 Bundesverband IT-Mittelstand e.V. (BITMi) 🔸 Rwanda ICT Chamber 🔸 GS1 Germany GmbH Curious how STREAMING will reshape African–European food systems and policies? Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/etRGNVtX Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ebd9utfC ERIS team: Marie Pfeiffer, Cristina García Timermans, Alessandra Rossetti, Mohammad (Mo) Boroun, Philippe Westbroek, Maxime Smits #FoodSystems #EUFunding #WeAreVUB #Sustainability #InnovationEcosystem #STREAMING

Last week, our team gathered for the first in-person workshop to align on objectives and set the roadmap ahead. Our consortium partners – Bundesverband IT-Mittelstand e.V. (BITMi)), GS1 Germany GmbH, Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf, Rwanda ICT Chamber, and Wageningen University & Research are : 🔹 Designing solutions for smooth and secure trade data exchange 🔹 Developing targeted training to strengthen capacities 🔹 Building a digital platform to help local businesses access new markets The enthusiasm and dedication across partners reaffirmed our shared commitment to making STREAMING a success. Stay tuned as we roll out the next steps and follow our journey here: https://lnkd.in/ebd9utfC Special thanks to @Anna Brodmann and Dr. Geraldine Schmitz for hosting this great workshop. 🔬__ Funded by the European Union under the Horizon Europe programme (Grant No. 101182256) _🇪🇺 European Commission, European Research Executive Agency (REA),Hochschule Weihenstephan-Triesdorf , Bavarian Research Alliance (BayFOR) GmbH Western Balkans Institute, GS1 Germany GmbH, Rwanda ICT Chamber, The Hugon Kollataj Agricultural University in Cracow, University of the Free State, UNIVERSITE DU SINE SALOUM EL-HÂDJ IBRAHIMA NIASS, Wageningen University & Research FOST - Interdisciplinary Historical Food Studies, JARAMOGI OGINGA ODINGA UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (JOOUST), Université de Kara,   Faculty of Sciences, University of Gabes Ayalew Kassahun. #HorizonEU #EUfunded #STREAMINGProject #Research #Innovation #KnowledgeTransfer #NTM #EUAFRICA #Tradebarriers Copyright © 2025 Ralph Troeger