The Government of Ireland is now accepting applications for the 2025 Africa AgriFood Development Programme (AADP). This initiative supports partnerships between Irish and African agri-food companies to drive sustainable development and improve food security across Africa. Successful applicants can receive up to €250,000 in funding for commercially viable projects that deliver real impact.

Summary of Africa AgriFood Development Programme

• Host: Government of Ireland
• Category: Competitions | Training Eligible Countries: Africa
• Reward: €250,000 Grant | Business Development
• Deadline: August 15, 2025

About Africa AgriFood Development Programme

The Africa AgriFood Development Programme (AADP) is a joint initiative of the Government of Ireland’s Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and the Department of Foreign Affairs. The programme aims to support sustainable agri-food partnerships between Irish companies and African partners to foster inclusive growth, create employment, and improve food security in Africa. AADP provides co-funding for viable agri-food projects and feasibility studies that demonstrate strong potential for commercial success and local development impact in eligible African countries.

Africa AgriFood Development Programme Benefits

AADP funding is up to €250,000 per company for a full project or €100,000 for a feasibility study.

Africa AgriFood Development Programme Eligibility

• AADP supports commercial agri-food projects involving an Irish company and an African partner.
• Funding is up to €250,000 for full projects or €100,000 for feasibility studies, covering no more than 50% of project costs.
• Only Irish-registered companies can receive funding, which must not come from other Irish public sources.
• Projects must operate in specific African countries and show clear added value.
• Previous recipients must outline how new proposals differ.
• Feasibility studies should list potential partners, and collaboration with Irish NGOs is encouraged.

Selection Criteria<p>Applications for the Government of Ireland Africa Development Programme will be evaluated against the following criteria:</p>

• Development Impact
• Company expertise (Technical, financial etc)
• Commercial viability
• Risk Analysis
• Monitoring and Expenditure

How to Apply for Government of Ireland

Africa Development Programme

To apply for the AADP 2025

• download the official application form for either a full project or feasibility study.
• Complete and submit it via email to aadp@dfa.ie by August 15, 2025.
• Applications are only accepted through the official form.
• For updates, check the programme’s website and social media. Direct all inquiries to aadp@dfa.ie.

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