Shaquille Pennaneach
FARA Participates in Landmark Brazil–Africa Rectors Forum as Brazil Launches R$47.4 Million (US$9.4 Million) CAPES MOVE AFRICA Initiative to Support 2,600 African Scholarships
The Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) participated in the 1st Brazil–Africa Rectors Forum held in Brasília, Brazil, from 25–27 May 2026, a historic high-level platform reaffirming the strategic importance of Brazil–Africa cooperation in higher education, science, technology, innovation, and sustainable development. The Forum convened 64 African university rectors from more than 30 African countries alongside over 70 Brazilian
AUSO and SOILS4MED partner to advance soil health across Africa and the Mediterranean
18 May 2026 Two international soil health initiatives, the Africa Union Soil Observatory (AUSO) and the Mediterranean Soil Health initiative (SOILS4MED), have signed a letter of agreement to advance knowledge exchange on soil health indicators and soil information systems in support of food security and sustainable land management. AUSO is focused on building a comprehensive soil observatory for Africa, and
Feeding 2.5 Billion Africans by 2050: FARA Calls for Anticipatory Governance in Food Systems Transformation
As Africa confronts the challenge of feeding a projected population of nearly 2.5 billion people by 2050, the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) has called for a shift from reactive food systems management toward anticipatory governance systems capable of helping institutions prepare for long-term risks, uncertainties, and structural transformation. Speaking during the High-Level Roundtable on Science, Innovation, and
FARA and AICS Explore Partnerships for Agrobiodiversity and Opportunity Crops in Africa
written by ‘Wole Fatunbi The Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) hosted a partnership brokerage discussion with the team from the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), Accra Office, on Tuesday, 19 May 2026, to explore strategic collaboration for advancing agricultural transformation in Africa. Welcoming the delegation, FARA’s Executive Director, Dr. Aggrey Agumya, reflected on the longstanding cooperation between
Nigeria Steps Up Preparations for AASW9 and 10th FARA General Assembly as Abuja Mission Secures High-Level Backing
By Benjamin Abugri (FARA), Yusuf Nuhu (ARCN) & Shaquille Pennaneach (FARA) With the Presidency endorsing Nigeria’s hosting of the 9th Africa Agriculture Science Week (AASW9) and the 10th FARA General Assembly, a first joint mission to Abuja has reaffirmed government commitment, kick-started local preparations, opened new partnership pathways, and set the stage for a high-profile continental gathering on agrifood systems
REOI: Engagement of an Individual Consultant to Develop Key Learning Resources into Training Modules on Neglected and Underutilized Crop Species (NUS) in Africa
Consulting Services: Engagement of an Individual Consultant to Develop key learning Resources into training modules on Neglected and Underutilized Crop Species (NUS) in Africa Name of Project: Promoting Neglected and Underutilized Crop Species for improved nutrition and livelihoods in Africa Procurement Ref: FARA/FAO-NUS/IC/2026/01 Date: 26th March , 2026 The Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA), in partnership with the
Can Africa Truly Produce Enough Rice to Feed Itself? Insights from the 10th CARD General Meeting in Madagascar
By Wole Fatunbi, PhD The 10th General Meeting of the Coalition for African Rice Development (CARD) is taking place from 9–12 March 2026 in Antananarivo, Madagascar, bringing together governments, research institutions, development partners, and private-sector actors committed to transforming Africa’s rice sector. At the opening of the meeting, Prof. Wole Fatunbi, Acting Director of Research and Innovation at the Forum
REOI: National Institution in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as a National Partner in AUSO
Consulting Services: Engagement of a National Institution in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) as a National Partner in AUSO to Implement a Series of Activities in the DRC for the AUSO Project Name of Project: AUSO Activity Ref No: AUSO Project/ Subcontracting cost items/ DRI/2IPS/FAR0034R Procurement Ref: FARA/AUSO/CS/DRC/2026/01 Deadline Date: Monday, 16th March 2026 The Forum for Agricultural Research
FARA Launches a Guide on Quality Criteria for Food Systems Foresight in Africa
The Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) has officially launched the Quality Criteria for Food Systems Foresight in Africa, marking a significant milestone in strengthening anticipatory governance across the continent. The Guide was developed under FARA’s leadership in partnership with the Foresight4Food Initiative and the University of Oxford, with valued support from the International Development Research Centre (IDRC). Speaking at
Bridging Research and Adoption: FARA Expands Wheat Technology Uptake Across Africa
Adama & Lume, Oromia Region, Ethiopia — February 27, 2026 By Benjamin Abugri, Abdulrazak Ibrahim, Israel Fugah & Shaquille Pennaneach Following the successful TAAT Wheat Compact planning meeting, partners from across Africa convened in Adama, Ethiopia, from 25–27 February for an implementation-focused workshop aimed at translating research outputs into practical, farmer-ready guidance. Hosted by the Government of Ethiopia through the
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