He is pursuing postgraduate studies at Mbarara University of Science & Technology under the DAAD In-Country/In-Region Scholarship.
Ellyas collaborates with smallholder farmers, NGOs, agritech ventures, and research bodies—focusing on climate-smart livestock production, regenerative agriculture, and waste-to-value innovations like Azolla-based poultry feed. He is an active contributor to regional platforms such as KijaniSpace and LD4D, engaging in cross-border dialogues on sustainable agriculture and climate finance.

With over 17,000 LinkedIn followers, he shares insights on agrifood innovations and fosters stakeholder engagement in transformative agricultural frameworks across Africa.