Pascaline Mwenge
Congo
Pascaline Mwenge is a chemist by training with a specialization in environmental management. Over the years, she has strongly anchored herself in the field of agriculture, combining her scientific background with practical community and entrepreneurial initiatives.
She currently serves as the Vice-President for Administration at the Provincial Youth Council of Haut-Katanga, where she works to mobilize and inspire a large part of the youth to engage in agriculture,agritourism, and environmental protection. She believes agriculture is not only a means of food security but also a powerful tool for employment creation, youth empowerment, and sustainable development.
Pascaline is also an active member of the Bulongo Agricultural Cooperative, which is deeply involved in promoting local farming systems, as well as a partner in various governmental and regional programs. Her journey has taken her to several international platforms, including the Pan-African Youth Summit in Nairobi and the Agrotour International program across the Democratic Republic of Congo, Tanzania and the sub-region.
Through Hope Land Congo and other networks, she continues to promote innovative approaches that connect agriculture, tourism and ecology. Her vision is to capitalize on these opportunities to build resilient systems that will transform communities and inspire young Africans to see agriculture as a driver of prosperity.