On December 3, 2021, African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) hosted an interactive virtual storytelling session with leading African experts on issues of food security ranging from soil fertility to seed systems and plant protection.

With stories ranging from a soil scientist’s realization of the challenges posed by soil infertility to a biotechnologist’s quest to improve planting material for her country’s production system, these African researchers shared personal stories of working to accelerate agricultural production for the continent.

The speakers included accomplished African researchers who have participated in career acceleration fellowships offered by AWARD. The moderated virtual storytelling event also included the participation of journalists and other media stakeholders from across the continent, AWARD Fellows, Laureate Candidates, and other AWARD partners including implementing and funding partners.