<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[AFTRAK]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aftrak]]></description><link>https://www.aftrak.com/news</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:32:36 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.aftrak.net/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[FAO: Africa Conference on Sustainable Agricultural Mechanisation.]]></title><description><![CDATA[In the first week of February, Jacob Lavin had the pleasure to speak abou t Aftrak's collaborative practise of combining technological innovation with local communities to drive sustainable mechanization in the fir st Africa Conference on Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization  (ACSAM).  "Organized by Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN in collaboration with the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania, the Africa Conference on Sustainable Agricultural Mechanization provides a...]]></description><link>https://www.aftrak.com/post/fao-africa-conference-on-sustainable-agricultural-mechanisation</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698f3d82a816bdca356ccc0c</guid><category><![CDATA[Agricultural Mechanisation]]></category><category><![CDATA[Sustainable Mechanization]]></category><category><![CDATA[Sustainable Agriculture]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:15:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae65d1_153fc255232e456faaaca539af4801fc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda Orlovska</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rotimi's Life Cycle Analysis of a MET]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aftrak's MET was recently part of an exciting project for PhD Student and Aftrak researcher Rotimi , a cradle‑to‑grave Life Cycle Analysis of electric walk‑behind tractors. His project for the EnerHy Program (more about them below) evaluated batteries, motors, drivetrains, and chassis materials to quantify durability, efficiency, carbon footprint, and long‑term sustainability - with a focus on tools that serve smallholder farmers and local food producers. Working alongside partners including...]]></description><link>https://www.aftrak.com/post/rotimi-s-life-cycle-analysis-of-a-met</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69984148cfe5ca6eb0c35747</guid><category><![CDATA[Tech for Good]]></category><category><![CDATA[Research]]></category><category><![CDATA[Walk-Behind Tractors]]></category><category><![CDATA[Engineering Research]]></category><category><![CDATA[Life-Cycle Analysis of the MET]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:57:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="http://youtu.be/e-AtjGAkpt4" length="0" type="video"/><dc:creator>Amanda Orlovska</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Extending Reliable Power to Maternal Care in rural Malawi]]></title><description><![CDATA[In a significant step towards enhancing healthcare in Malawi, Aftrak has successfully completed a solar panel installation at the Ngolowindo Hospital, located just outside Salima, showcasing how technology can transform health services in underserved areas. Empowering Maternity Care with Solar Energy The installation consists of six solar panels, providing a peak output of 3.6 kW. This energy will power critical equipment in the hospital's maternity ward, including incubators, delivery beds,...]]></description><link>https://www.aftrak.com/post/extending-reliable-power-to-maternal-care-in-rural-malawi</link><guid isPermaLink="false">698f3065460b9174760e06d1</guid><category><![CDATA[Tech for Good]]></category><category><![CDATA[Solar-Powered Healthcare]]></category><category><![CDATA[Solar Array System]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 09:49:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/ae65d1_2f76115abd644572b048721eadff5c8a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_960,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Amanda Orlovska</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[IET Excellence and Innovation Awards in Power and Energy 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aftrak won the Power and Energy category for its novel microgrid that integrates energy access with electric agriculture and deep‑bed farming to boost yields, income and deliver sustainable power. The IET Excellence and Innovation Awards are a prestigious international programme recognising ground‑breaking innovations, collaborations and best practice across Engineering, Science and Technology; the 2024 ceremony took place at The Library of Birmingham following the Powering Net Zero...]]></description><link>https://www.aftrak.com/post/iet-excellence-and-innovation-awards-in-power-and-energy-2024</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690b563ffd9ea664b1e2593c</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:33:29 GMT</pubDate><dc:creator>jacob72390</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Winner of The Engineer Collaborate to Innovate Grand Prix Award 2024]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aftrak was honoured to have been awarded The Engineer Collaborate to Innovate (C21) Grand Prix by unanimous decision of the judges. This is a fantastic recognition of our work and its impact!]]></description><link>https://www.aftrak.com/post/winner-of-the-engineer-collaborate-to-innovate-grand-prix-award-2024</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690b4fa9aa0a315edf6ca5a8</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:33:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/082c8f_a4c7650e4a4643279546efb105298c07~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_887,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>jacob72390</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aftrak Wins $1 million in the Milken-Motsepe Prize in Green Energy]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Milken-Motsepe Prize in Green Energy incentivized entrepreneurs who have ideas for solutions to advance progress toward UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 7: Ensuring access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. ​ The aim of the Milken-Motsepe Prize in Green Energy was to reward innovators who expand access to reliable, affordable, and sustainable electricity in Africa. Energy access is a key driver for long-term economic growth and shared prosperity. The...]]></description><link>https://www.aftrak.com/post/aftrak-wins-1-million-in-the-milken-motsepe-prize-in-green-energy</link><guid isPermaLink="false">690b5679a0cae0bc2509faf8</guid><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:31:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/1d686d_0a2d8fb49b5e44be8c3ed308aa40c83b~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_450,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>jacob72390</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Runners up in Leicestershire Innovation Awards]]></title><description><![CDATA[Aftrak were runners up at the Leicestershire Innovation in Sustainability award. Their approach to combine solar microgrids and tailored tractors to empower smallholder farmers across Africa was recognised in the award to promote Low Carbon products. The award was hosted by Loughborough University and sponsored by De Montfort University, the University of Leicester and Loughborough University in March 2024.]]></description><link>https://www.aftrak.com/post/runners-up-in-leicestershire-innovation-awards</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6929b636d73b496b537e0e64</guid><pubDate>Sun, 24 Mar 2024 14:49:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/082c8f_49b217a4b1e244008b6dab156b1ecc40~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>jacob72390</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>