Safe and High Quality Food
At Rwanda Food Safety Initiative (FSI), we are committed to advancing food safety across the agricultural value chain through expert consulting, capacity building, scientific research, and stakeholder collaboration. With a mission to ensure safe, high-quality food for all, we partner with industry players, regulators, farmers, and consumers to foster a culture of safety, innovation, and compliance.
Modern Farming
Following the Good Agriculture Practices (GAPs) to maximize production and quality.
Empowering Farmers and Producers
We train farmers and producers on safety and modern practices to increase quality and quantity of produce.
Zero Hunger
We support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to achieve a world of zero hunger by ensuring an increased production and safety of food.
Our Mission
To protect public health and enhance consumer trust by ensuring the production, processing, distribution, and consumption of safe, high-quality food through effective monitoring, capacity building, innovation, and enforcement of food safety standards across Rwanda.
Our Vision
To become a regional leader in food safety, fostering a culture of safe, nutritious, and high-quality food systems for a healthier and more resilient population.
What We Do
Laboratory Testing and Analysis: Ensuring Safe and Quality Food
We offer advanced laboratory testing and analytical services for agricultural and food products. From microbial analysis to chemical residue detection, our state-of-the-art facilities ensure compliance with national and international safety standards—guaranteeing that the food reaching consumers is safe and high-quality.
Capacity Building and Training: Empowering Stakeholders
Through targeted training programs and workshops, we equip farmers, processors, regulators, and supply chain actors with the knowledge and skills to implement best practices in food safety. Our training modules cover everything from Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) to Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP).
Public Awareness and Advocacy: Promoting a Food Safety Culture
We lead public campaigns, community outreach, and educational initiatives that raise awareness about food safety issues. By informing and engaging consumers, schools, and community groups, we build a proactive culture that prioritizes food safety at every level.
Research and Innovation: Advancing Food Safety Solutions
Our research team conducts applied and academic studies to identify emerging food safety risks and develop innovative mitigation strategies. We also collaborate with academic institutions and industry partners to promote evidence-based decision-making in agriculture and food safety.
Stakeholder Coordination: Building Synergy Across the Sector
FSI serves as a bridge between government bodies, private sector actors, NGOs, and international agencies. By facilitating dialogue and joint action, we create a harmonized approach to food safety that drives efficiency, policy alignment, and sector-wide impact.
Provision of Technical Support: Enhancing Industry Compliance
We provide hands-on technical assistance and compliance support to food producers and processors. Our services include food safety audits, documentation review, system design, and preparation for certification to global food safety standards such as ISO 22000, GlobalG.A.P., and FSSC 22000.
Food Product Development: Fostering Innovation and Value Addition
FSI supports clients in developing safe, nutritious, and market-ready food products. From concept to shelf, we assist with formulation, safety validation, shelf-life testing, and regulatory compliance—encouraging innovation while ensuring food safety and consumer trust.
Contact Us
Meet Us
Kigali-Rwanda
Call Us
+250 788 434 183
Email Us
info@fsinitiative.com