News Date : 18 June, 2024

GREGORY THATO RAKOBE HONOURED AS A MANDELA WASHINGTON FELLOW

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GREG SETS OFF TO THE USA

Today is one of BUAN’s most memorable moments as we send off Gregory Thato Rakobe to the United States of America,Texas, on a leadership program. Greg, as we like to call him, is honoured as a Mandela Washington Fellow, representing Botswana in the Leadership in Public Management track at Texas Tech University, Lubbock. This prestigious fellowship is part of the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI), where he is gaining invaluable insights and skills at Texas Tech University to drive positive change in the agricultural sector.

We are really proud to spotlight him today, as he is a dedicated PhD Candidate in Animal Science with a specialization in Animal Nutrition. His groundbreaking research focuses on leveraging native medicinal plants, such as the Morama Bean, as sustainable alternatives to soybean in poultry diets. His work aims to support smallholder farmers by improving feed efficiency and promoting local agricultural practices.

Join us in celebrating Greg's achievements and his commitment to advancing sustainable agriculture through innovative research.