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Silicon Savannah and smallholder farming: How can digitalization contribute to sustainable agricultural transformation in Africa?

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  • Njuguna, Evelyne
  • Daum, Thomas
  • Birner, Regina
  • Mburu, John

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The development of smallholder agriculture in Africa faces numerous challenges. While digitalization is seen as a transformative opportunity for the continent's agricultural sector, there is limited empirical evidence on the effectiveness and impact of digital tools for smallholder farmers. This study examines the landscape of digital agriculture in Kenya, often called Africa's “Silicon Savannah,” to assess the current state and potential of these tools.

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  • Njuguna, Evelyne & Daum, Thomas & Birner, Regina & Mburu, John, 2025. "Silicon Savannah and smallholder farming: How can digitalization contribute to sustainable agricultural transformation in Africa?," Agricultural Systems, Elsevier, vol. 222(C).
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:agisys:v:222:y:2025:i:c:s0308521x24003305
    DOI: 10.1016/j.agsy.2024.104180
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