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African-Led Agricultural Sciences: A Path to Food Sovereignty in Africa
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August 31, 2025 Christian Tiambo, Winnie Nabatanzi, Huguette Nono, Christopher Omari, Sandrine Kuete, Ndaleh W. Nghonjyi, and Denis Zofou.

African-Led Agricultural Sciences: A Path to Food Sovereignty in Africa

Food sovereignty in Africa hinges on empowering local researchers and supporting homegrown agricultural innovation. This article argues that externally designed solutions often fail to address the continent’s diverse ecological and socioeconomic contexts. African scientists, farmers, and communities possess deep understanding of regional challenges...

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AfDB Backs Long-Term Low-Carbon and Climate-Resilient Development Strategies in Botswana, Gabon, Liberia, and Lesotho
Climate Policy & Sustainable Development
July 02, 2025 Sonia Borrini - Climate Change & Green Growth Department

AfDB Backs Long-Term Low-Carbon and Climate-Resilient Development Strategies in Botswana, Gabon, Liberia, and Lesotho

The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved financial and technical support for Botswana, Gabon, Liberia, and Lesotho to develop Long-Term Low-Ca...

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Endogenous Scientific Solutions: Building Trust in African-Led Research for Sustainable Development
Science & Technology Policy
June 26, 2025 Peter Theuri—AFRICA SCIENCE DIALOGUE

Endogenous Scientific Solutions: Building Trust in African-Led Research for Sustainable Development

A 2024 meta-analysis by SciDiplomacy Africa of 127 peer-reviewed studies demonstrates that African-led research initiatives achieve 2.8x greater polic...

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Farmer-Led Dialogues on GMOs: Evidence-Based Strategies for Building Trust in Agricultural Biotechnology
Agricultural Biotechnology
June 26, 2025 Dr. Allan Liavoga—Food Safety Expert

Farmer-Led Dialogues on GMOs: Evidence-Based Strategies for Building Trust in Agricultural Biotechnology

A 2024 multi-country study by SciDiplomacy Africa reveals that farmer-to-farmer knowledge exchange increases acceptance of genetically modified crops...

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