FARA Africa

FARA Africa

Executive Director's Opening Remarks at the Regional Consultation on Opportunity Crops in Africa
Executive Director's Opening Remarks at the Regional Consultation on Opportunity Crops in Africa
The FAO funded and FARA led implementation of the collaborative project on Promoting Neglected and Underutilized Crops/Forgotten Foods/Opportunity Crops across Africa’s food systems climaxed its im...
Hon. John Dumelo's Opening Remarks at the Regional Consultation for Opportunity Crops in Africa
Hon. John Dumelo's Opening Remarks at the Regional Consultation for Opportunity Crops in Africa
The FAO funded and FARA led implementation of the collaborative project on Promoting Neglected and Underutilized Crops/Forgotten Foods/Opportunity Crops across Africa’s food systems climaxed its im...
PANAP Webinar: Strengthening Africa’s Agricultural Value Chains for Food and Economic Transformation
PANAP Webinar: Strengthening Africa’s Agricultural Value Chains for Food and Economic Transformation
This session explored Strengthening Africa’s Agricultural Value Chains for Food and Economic Transformation, highlighting how stronger value chains can advance food systems transformation, strength...
ARCN Executive Secretary invites Stakeholders to the AASW9 & 10th FARA General Assembly in Abuja
ARCN Executive Secretary invites Stakeholders to the AASW9 & 10th FARA General Assembly in Abuja
From 27–30 July 2026, the African agricultural research and innovation community will gather in Abuja, Nigeria, for the 9th Africa Agriculture Science Week (AASW9) and the 10th FARA General Assembl...
PANAP Webinar Mining and Agriculture: Insights from Ghana
PANAP Webinar Mining and Agriculture: Insights from Ghana
This PANAP Webinar session examined: - The impact of land-use trade-offs between agriculture and small-scale gold mining on food security - How informal mining influences agricultural outcomes, pa...
Day 3: Continental Trade, Market Access, Finance, Youth & Gender Inclusion
Day 3: Continental Trade, Market Access, Finance, Youth & Gender Inclusion
Day 3 of the StEPPFoS Virtual Knowledge Forum focused on Continental Trade, Market Access, Finance, Youth & Gender Inclusion, spotlighting practical solutions and partnerships advancing Africa’s a
Day 2: Nutrition, Food Safety, Value Addition & Sustainable Food Systems Transformation, 2026
Day 2: Nutrition, Food Safety, Value Addition & Sustainable Food Systems Transformation, 2026
Day 2 of the StEPPFoS Virtual Knowledge Forum focused on Nutrition, Food Safety, Value Addition & Sustainable Food Systems Transformation, bringing together researchers, policymakers, innovators,
Day 1: Digital Innovation, Technology Transfer and Climate Adaptation for Resilient Food Systems |
Day 1: Digital Innovation, Technology Transfer and Climate Adaptation for Resilient Food Systems |
Day 1 of the StEPPFoS Virtual Forum brought together researchers, innovators, and development partners driving the future of sustainable food systems across Africa. From AI-powered solutions for cl...
AASW8 Opening Plenary & High Level Segment moderated by distinguished host Vuyo Mvoko (August 2023)
AASW8 Opening Plenary & High Level Segment moderated by distinguished host Vuyo Mvoko (August 2023)
The 8th Africa Agribusiness and Science Week #AASW8 Opening Plenary & High Level Segment moderated by distinguished journalist and multimedia broadcaster Mr. Vuyo Mvoko took place in Durban, South
Food Price Responses to Shocks in Developing and Least Developed Countries
Food Price Responses to Shocks in Developing and Least Developed Countries
The session features presentations by Dr. Lotanna Emediegwu on the impact of energy price shocks on staple food prices, and Dr. Marco Rogna on how climate events such as El Niño and La Niña influen...
Preserving Okra: Postharvest Innovation by Nelia Foods
Preserving Okra: Postharvest Innovation by Nelia Foods
Through our partnership with the University of Ghana’s Postharvest Innovation Hub, the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) is supporting practical, research-driven solutions to reduce ...
FARA Africa
109d ago
PANAP Training Opportunities in 2026
PANAP Training Opportunities in 2026
This webinar highlighted opportunities for anyone interested in economy‑wide modeling, policy analysis, and capacity building across Africa. The webinar also explained the newly developed PANAP on...
FARA Africa
146d ago
2025 World Food Day Message from FARA Staff
2025 World Food Day Message from FARA Staff
A short message from FARA staff to commemorate the 2025 World Food Day celebration. Filmed & Edited By: Daniel Obloni Kweitsu, Communications Expert, FARA 2026
FARA Africa
161d ago
About CEAFIRST and the IRC on FNSSA
About CEAFIRST and the IRC on FNSSA
This video explains the AU-EU International Research Consortium (IRC) on Food, Nutrition Security and Sustainable Agriculture (FNSSA) and its crucial role in fostering sustainable and equitable foo...
FARA Africa
162d ago
Cocoyam Leaves Made Lasting: Nana Papa's Story
Cocoyam Leaves Made Lasting: Nana Papa's Story
Sandra, one of the finalists in the 2025 Postharvest Innovation Challenge organized by the Postharvest Innovation Hub is pioneering innovative approaches to reduce postharvest losses by adding valu...
FARA Africa
167d ago
AIRTEA Project Stakeholders & Beneficiaries share their experiences and project impact - Uganda, EA
AIRTEA Project Stakeholders & Beneficiaries share their experiences and project impact - Uganda, EA
Beneficiaries of the Strengthening Agricultural Knowledge & Innovation Ecosystem for Inclusive Rural Transformation & Livelihoods in Eastern Africa (AIRTEA) Project share their experiences and
FARA Africa
191d ago
Africa Continental Foresight Consultations - Official Opening by AU-ARBE Commissioner Moses Vilakati
Africa Continental Foresight Consultations - Official Opening by AU-ARBE Commissioner Moses Vilakati
Africa’s agrifood systems are experiencing increasing volatility driven by climate change, demographic pressures, environmental degradation, market disruptions, transboundary pests and diseases, co...
FARA Africa
191d ago
Africa Continental Foresight Consultations - Keynote Address by Dr. Namukolo Covic, CGIAR
Africa Continental Foresight Consultations - Keynote Address by Dr. Namukolo Covic, CGIAR
Africa’s agrifood systems are experiencing increasing volatility driven by climate change, demographic pressures, environmental degradation, market disruptions, transboundary pests and diseases, co...