💡Today at #AFSForum2024 - Dive into the political economy of food systems with Bram Govaerts CIMMYT and Stanford F. Blade, PhD P.Ag. KSLA 🇨🇦. Explore the complex factors shaping our global food systems. 🔗 on.cgiar.org/4cvFPCn #OneCGIAR #InnovateAccelerateScale CIMMYT ICRISAT

💡#Aquaticfoods systems hold enormous potential for rewarding #livelihood opportunities for #youth in Africa. WorldFish's participation at AFS Forum seeks to recognize the #equity, #rights, and agency of #African youth. Read more: tinyurl.com/WFNews2409a #BlueEconomy CGIAR

Our Cassava and Maize Value Chain trainees had an insightful field visit to Psaltry International Company Limited, Ado Awaye, Oyo State, Nigeria. Learn more: instagram.com/p/C_fRaw9IWVA/… #CassavaValueChain #IITA #Agribusiness #FieldVisit #Agriculture #FoodSecurity #SerriaLeone #worldbank #FSRP

Through the IITA and International Fund for Agricultural Development Agrihub project, #youngwomen are gaining rewarding #employment at JR Coffee by JR Farms Africa in Lagos, Nigeria. On account of this partnership, they're stepping into key roles, supporting their #growth, and driving success. #WomenInAgribusiness

#TAATinGhana: #Technologies to #FeedAfrica #CDTO Compact in collaboration with CSIR GHANA-CSIR-Savanna Agricultural Research Institute host a stakeholder training of trainers workshop in Tamale, Ghana enhancing maize, rice and vegetable production and strengthening Innovation Platforms read more here➡️ bit.ly/3AYvP7p

Insects represent the next frontier in transforming food systems and creating innovative enterprises in Africa and beyond. Join icipe and partners for an inspiring conversation. #InnovateAccelerateScale #AFSForum2024

Today would be a good day to submit your abstracts for the Society for Underutilized Legumes (SUL) 6th International Conference and Stakeholders Meeting that will hold in collaboration with the IITA Genetic Resources Center. Deadline submission for abstracts has been extended to

🌾 Attention, Private Sector! Join us at CGIAR's Scaling Science Program workshop AFS Forum 2024 and discover opportunities for innovative agrifood system solutions & scaling pathways in ESA. 🚀 Sign up now 👉 bit.ly/4cIUTg7 #OneCGIAR Inga Jacobs-Mata Timothy J. Krupnik NoraH

“By equipping our students – our future experts – with the right knowledge, we're committed to addressing the most pressing climate challenges & working towards a resilient agricultural future in #Africa.” - AICCRA West Africa lead Robert B. Zougmoré speaking at the recent RUFORUM

"Scaling Africa’s food systems isn’t just about economics; it’s a moral obligation. By supporting SMEs and value addition, we’re building a more sustainable, food-secure future for all." — Sara Mbago-Bhunu, Regional Director, East and Southern Africa International Fund for Agricultural Development, speaking at AFSForum2024

At the sideline of the ongoing #AFSForum2024, IITA Director General Dr. Simeon Ehui paid a courtesy visit to the IITA Rwanda office and met with staff. He reaffirmed IITA's commitment to strengthening partnerships with national programs to enhance the food systems.

Advancing #FoodSystems for Africa through #Technologies to #FeedAfrica & Vision for Adapted Crops and Soils (VACS) at 2024 #AfricanFoodSystemsForum, #AFSF2024 by African Development Bank Group IITA AFS Forum CGIAR

🌍✨ Had an incredible time yesterday at the Africa Food Systems Forum in Kigali, Rwanda! In my first panel, I shared insights on the IITA initiatives to support smallholder farmers, including our innovative Business Incubation Platform driving the adoption of improved

🌟 Huge shoutout to the amazing team at IITA Rwanda ! Your dedication and quality of work truly impressed me! 🙌 Keep pushing forward and strengthening those partnerships with national programs to enhance our food systems. Together, we IITA can make a difference! 💪🌾

🌱IITA, in collaboration with AICCRA, is leading the charge for resilient food systems in Africa with the new Africa Regional Hub for Fertilizer & Soil Health. This initiative addresses soil health & combat climate challenges. 🔗 on.cgiar.org/3z10y3c #FoodSystems

Day 3 of the #ongoing AFSForum2024. #HappeningNow 🥳🥳 Join the live panel session on "Investing in Soil Health to Feed a Continent", being moderated by IITA Director General and CGIAR Regional Director for Continental Africa Dr Simeon Ehui. youtube.com/live/NckF_54Bn… .

On this International Day of Charity, the Australian 🇦🇺 High Commission celebrates our dedicated partners making a difference in local communities! 🎗️ During a recent trip to Ibadan, Second Secretary Calum Walker visited Fairaction ’ s Sustainable (1/3)

Water Kiosks Project providing clean water to Isale Oja and IITA International Institute of Tropical Agriculture, witnessing their efforts in enhancing livelihoods and food security. Kudos to all organisations and our partners for saving lives, one community at a time! 2/3

🌍✨ #TAAT is at #AFSForum in Kigali! We're hosting an exhibition booth showcasing transformative agricultural technologies across 34 countries. With 4 well-attended side events, we're strengthening partnerships with public & private actors while exploring new opportunities.

On the sidelines of #AFSForum, Ecowas - Cedeao Dir. of Agric. held a working session with the Chairperson of AKADEMIYA2063 which Headquarters is in Kigali. Discussions focused on collaboration between ECOWAS & AKADEMIYA2063, on the implementation of the SCORECARD tool under #FSRP