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Delivering the Promises of Climate Smart Agriculture Requires “Smart” Partnerships Beyond Lip Service.
By “Wole Fatunbi” The Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa participated actively in the discussion organized by the AICCRA project through the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT, and the International Water Management Institute (IWMI), at The Urban Hotel, Lusaka Zambia between 19th -21st August 2024. The discussion engaged more than 30 intellectuals representing key continental and regional organizations and
CAADP-XP4 Hosts Fourth Annual KM4AgD Conference in Kigali, Rwanda
07 Aug 2024 By Benjamin Abugri & Bridget Kakuwa-Kasongamulilo The CAADP-XP4 Consortium, in collaboration with CGIAR, YPARD, and some National Agricultural Research Institutes (NARIs) from West, South, and Central Africa, successfully hosted the fourth annual Knowledge Management for Agricultural Development (KM4AgD) Conference at the Lemigo Hotel in Kigali, Rwanda. This pivotal event, held from July 29 to 31, 2024, provided a platform to advance
Post #SPAC2024 Appreciation
The Science and Partnerships for Agriculture Conference (SPAC) is a platform that brings together Africa’s food and agriculture research and innovation stakeholders for lesson sharing, networking, and the identification of solutions and practical actions needed to enhance research’s development impact. The second edition of SPAC (SPAC2024) was held in Kigali, Rwanda, from July 29 to 31, 2024. It was organised
FARA and RAB host a global conference on Science and Partnerships for Agriculture in Rwanda
July 29-31, 2024, Kigali, Rwanda The Rwanda Agricultural Board (RAB) and the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) announce the Second edition of the Science and Partnerships for Agriculture Conference (SPAC), a congregation of global leaders and partners in agriculture seeking to address pertinent issues affecting agricultural productivity and sustainability in Africa. The 2024 edition of the Science Partnerships
REOI: Graphics Designer and Visualization Expert to support FARA deliver quality knowledge, information and communication products in line with FARA’s value proposition.
VACANCY Announcement Ref: FARA/adv./DVE/2024 Graphics Design and Visualization Expert: 1 Background The Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) is an umbrella organization bringing together and forming coalitions of major stakeholders in agricultural research and development in Africa. FARA complements the innovative activities of national, international and sub-regional research institutions to deliver more responsive and effective services to
REOI: A Communication Expert to coordinate actions, enhancing understanding of FARA’s mission, impact, visibility and voice.
VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Ref: FARA/adv./Communication Consultant/2024 Position: Communication Expert 1 Background FARA is the continental apex body for agricultural research and innovation in Africa and a technical organisation of the African Union Commission and the African Union Development Agency-NEPAD on matters concerning agricultural research and innovation. Its mission is to contribute to generating high, broad-based and sustainable agricultural
Dr. Henry Musa Kpaka, Minister of Agriculture for Sierra Leone, Welcomes AU and Chinese Delegation for Key Discussions on Rice CAAPs Development
July 16, 2024 Freetown, Sierra Leone Today, Dr. Henry Musa Kpaka, the Minister of Agriculture for Sierra Leone, hosted a high-level delegation from the African Union (AU) and the People’s Republic of China. This significant meeting marks a pivotal step in advancing agricultural development in West Africa, focusing on the integration of Perennial Rice (PR) into large-scale rice production under
AU Agriculture Commissioner H.E. Amb. Josefa Sacko Hosts FARA Executive Director, Dr Aggrey Agumya for High-Level Meeting
Date: July 8, 2024 Venue: African Union Commission (AUC), Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Addis Ababa, Ethiopia – July 8, 2024: In a pivotal moment for Africa’s agriculture research and innovation, H.E. Amb. Josefa Sacko, the Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment (ARBE) at the African Union Commission (AUC), hosted Dr. Aggrey Agumya, the Executive Director of the
The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation endorses CAAPs
July 2, 2024 The Africa Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), and the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) mark a significant milestone as the Common African Agro-Parks (CAAPs) Project Agreement is officially endorsed at the Tunisia Africa Business Meetings. This groundbreaking collaboration between the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC), Afreximbank and FARA, supports the visionary CAAPs Programme. “Together, we’re set
REOI: Consulting Firm to Support the establishment of a Postharvest Incubation Program and Agribusiness Accelerator for postharvest management of fruits and vegetables
Consulting Services: Support the establishment of the Postharvest Incubation Program and Agribusiness Accelerator aimed at promoting technologies and innovations in postharvest management of indigenous fruits and vegetables under the Feed the Future Innovation Lab for Horticulture project. Name of Project: Lead Institution: Partner Institutions Enhancing the production and consumption of African Indigenous Fruits and Vegetables to
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