ISTAPA, an institution rooted in the field

On one hand, the active participation of agropastoral producers in development initiatives initiated by the states, development partners or the private sector, faces a certain number of constraints, including: inadequate training, inadequate training structures, the inadequacy of the management system, the aging of producers and the rural exodus. Training in the number and quality of human resources capable of stimulating growth in the agro-pastoral sector — in particular through the use of the abundant renewable energy sources available — notably requires the availability of modern, innovative and efficient training structures.

On the other hand, given the impact of climate change, it is crucial to put in place adaptation and resilience strategies that include the promotion of climate-smart practices, in particular through the training of human resources in environmental professions, efficient water management and renewable energies.

With the aim of supporting African governments in their efforts to achieve sustainable development, ISTAPA uses its innovative training system to help build the technical capacity of people working in these sectors.

By training students in innovative agro-pastoral production techniques and good environmental protection practices, ISTAPA aims to prepare its students to become successful entrepreneurs at the end of their training and contribute to the sustainable development of Africa.

ISTAPA students are trained in an innovative academic and professional environment. This encourages them to understand that their vocation is to create their own jobs at the end of their training and to employ other young people.