Hurdles in the Food Manufacturing Ecosystem

Food Innovation Studio (FiS), in collaboration with Manufacturing Business School, is pleased to announce an upcoming webinar exploring some of the most significant challenges facing food manufacturing businesses across Africa and practical strategies for overcoming them.

Despite growing opportunities within Africa’s food sector, many food businesses continue to face challenges related to production systems, market access, financing, operational efficiency, quality management, and business sustainability. This webinar will examine these realities and discuss pathways for building stronger, more resilient food enterprises.

Webinar Details

Date: 12th June 2026
Time: 10:00 AM (WAT) | 12:00 PM (EST)
Format: Live Webinar

Guest Speaker

Nicodemus Omundo
Founder & CEO, Food Innovation Studio (FiS)

Nicodemus Omundo is a Kenyan chef-entrepreneur, food systems innovator, and founder of Food Innovation Studio, a food technology company dedicated to supporting and scaling innovative food businesses across Africa.

Drawing from experience across food manufacturing, product development, hospitality, agriculture, and food systems innovation, Nicodemus will share perspectives on the barriers limiting business growth and the opportunities available for entrepreneurs and manufacturers seeking to build sustainable food enterprises.

Key Discussion Areas

  • Common causes of failure within food manufacturing businesses
  • Operational and production challenges
  • Market and commercialization barriers
  • Innovation opportunities within food systems
  • Building resilient manufacturing businesses
  • The future of food manufacturing in Africa

Who Should Attend?

  • Food entrepreneurs
  • Manufacturers and processors
  • Food startups and SMEs
  • Product developers
  • Food system innovators
  • Investors and ecosystem builders
  • Students and researchers

Participants will gain practical insights into navigating industry challenges, strengthening business foundations, and identifying opportunities for growth within Africa’s evolving food manufacturing landscape.

To register for the webinar, scan the QR code provided on the official event poster or visit:

www.joinmbsafrica.com

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