By Brandon Moss AgriFocus Africa July 31, 2025

Nairobi—Swedish tech firm Wyld Networks has launched a continent-wide rollout of its sensor-to-satellite connectivity platform, transforming how African farmers manage crops and livestock in real time. The system bypasses traditional cellular networks, using low-power sensors that beam data directly to satellites—ideal for remote regions with poor connectivity.

Early adopters in Kenya’s Rift Valley and Ghana’s Volta Region report a 20–30% improvement in water efficiency, pest control, and yield forecasting. Farmers receive alerts on soil moisture, crop stress, and livestock movement via mobile dashboards, enabling data-driven decisions.

“This is the leap from reactive to predictive farming,” said Wyld’s Africa lead, Nia Kambale. The platform is part of a $12 million public-private partnership with the African Development Bank, aiming to reach 500,000 smallholders by 2027.

The technology also supports ESG goals by reducing water waste and chemical overuse. Wyld is currently in talks with COMESA to integrate the system into regional agricultural extension programs.