Malembo Lucas, is the Chairman of MF Holding Group; Managing Partner of MF Consulting Group Ltd. Founder & CEO of Malembo Farm (T) Ltd & Malembo Farm (K) Ltd and the Malembo Foundation

International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) Alumnus 2025 – U.S. Department of State. With over a decade of experience in agribusiness, including consulting, and managing agribusiness projects. Lucas is an expert in training, mentorship, coaching, and liaison services for local and international clients. He has participated in dialogues on agribusiness through various live and media programs, including international outlets such as BBC, Deutsche Welle (DW), CGTN Africa, Voice of America (VOA), Habari za UN, and local media houses. Panelist – UNECA Youth Side Event 2025 (African Continental Free Trade Area – AfCFTA). He works closely with government bodies, the international community, researchers, academics, religious leaders, and diplomats in the field of agribusiness. Active Member – UONGOZI Resources Centre | African Leadership Institute. Member – Agricultural Economic Society Tanzania (AGREST) & Tanzania Environmental Experts Association (TEEA). Member – Dar es Salaam Yacht Club | Dar es Salaam Gymkhana Club. He is a champion of SDG #2 with strong support for women and youth in agribusiness. Top 100 Tanzanian Changemakers 2023.

Agribusiness Lobbying Services involves a mix of curated guided models towards improving the skills and practical knowledge on effective advocacy and lobbying strategies in the agribusiness sector. The timetable is based on the agreement between set of activities and roles.

Program Value:

• Comprehensive coverage of agribusiness lobbying value chains: public policies lobbying (e.g., influencing government regulations on subsidies, land use, and environmental standards), corporate lobbying for partnerships (e.g., forging alliances with private sector players for supply chain collaborations, joint ventures, and market access), and international lobbying (e.g., navigating regional frameworks like EAC, SADC, AfCFTA, and bilateral ties with UAE for trade agreements, export incentives, and cross-border investments).
• Practical modules with real-life case studies (e.g., lobbying for policy changes in seed regulations, securing corporate partnerships for agro-processing hubs, or advocating for tariff reductions under AfCFTA to boost exports), networking opportunities with policymakers, industry associations, multinational corporations, and international trade bodies, plus connections to legal advisors, diplomats, and funding institutions.
• Flexible online and in-person sessions to build entrepreneurial and advocacy skills for shaping favorable policies, forming strategic partnerships, expanding international market access, increased profitability and sustainable growth in the agribusiness sector.