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Call for Applications: AWARD Leadership Program for Emerging African Women in Agricultural Sciences
The Call for the 2025 AWARD Leadership Program for Emerging African Women in Agricultural Sciences opens Investing in high-potential African women in agricultural sciences under the age of 35 years December 12, 2024— African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) is announcing the Call for The AWARD Leadership Program for Emerging African Women in […]
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Policy Innovation Projects Led By Policy Fellows in the First Cohort
Policy Innovation Projects (PIPS) are policy solutions designed by Policy Fellows to address or contribute to addressing identified policy issues/problems around gender inequality. This publication features 26 Cohort 1 Policy Fellows who presented their PIPs outlining their innovation projects to address different pressing gender gaps from extension services, climate change, nutrition, aquaculture, and financial inclusion […]
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One Planet Fellowship: European supervisor Dr. Rossana Henriques’ mission to Togo
The One Planet Fellowship, implemented by the African Women in Agricultural Research for Development (AWARD) is fostering a network of African and European scientific researchers to lead scientific interventions. This inspiring video by the Agropolis Fondation, highlights Togo’s Kossi Lorimpo Adjah, a One Planet Laureate who conducted his Advanced Science Training (AST) placement in Ireland, […]
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Better Seeds, Local Veggie Revolution in Benin | Powering Planetary Change
“Powering Planetary Change: Climate Solutions for Africa, by Africa” is a groundbreaking documentary series produced by the African Women in Agricultural Research for Development (AWARD). This series highlights innovative research interventions and scientific advancements led by African scientists, beneficiaries of the AWARD One Planet Fellowship Program. In this video, we feature Pamela Afokpe, a manager […]
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Rooted Progress: Boosting Taro and Cocoyam Farming in Togo | Powering Planetary Change
“Powering Planetary Change: Climate Solutions for Africa, by Africa” is a groundbreaking documentary series produced by the African Women in Agricultural Research for Development (AWARD). This series highlights innovative research interventions and scientific advancements led by African scientists, beneficiaries of the AWARD One Planet Fellowship Program. In this video, we feature Damigou Bammite, a researcher […]
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A Moringa Solution to Mali’s Desertification | Powering Planetary Change
“Powering Planetary Change: Climate Solutions for Africa, by Africa” is a groundbreaking documentary series produced by the African Women in Agricultural Research for Development (AWARD). This series highlights innovative research interventions and scientific advancements led by African scientists, beneficiaries of the AWARD One Planet Fellowship Program. In this video, we feature Rokiatou Traore, founder of […]
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Clean Energy Solutions for Tanzania | Powering Planetary Change
“Powering Planetary Change: Climate Solutions for Africa, by Africa” is a groundbreaking documentary series produced by the African Women in Agricultural Research for Development (AWARD). This series highlights innovative research interventions and scientific advancements led by African scientists, beneficiaries of the AWARD One Planet Fellowship Program. In this video, we feature Raheli Elibariki, an environmental […]
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Redefining Aquaculture in Nigeria | Powering Planetary Change
“Powering Planetary Change: Climate Solutions for Africa, by Africa” is a groundbreaking documentary series produced by the African Women in Agricultural Research for Development (AWARD). This series highlights innovative research interventions and scientific advancements led by African scientists, beneficiaries of the AWARD One Planet Fellowship Program. In this video, we feature Dr. Toyosi Igejongbo, an […]
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Senegalese Plant Microbiologist’s quest to offer smallholders a solution for soil damage
2020 One Planet Laureate Candidate Dr. Nogaye Niang is working with farmers to advance the locally adapted groundnut varieties that can fix nitrogen under dry conditions to generate competitive crop yields. Watch her story:
Read MoreSustaining farmer’s yields and livelihoods through improved agricultural productivity
The vision for healthier and more productive soils is now more precise thanks to innovation, scientific research, and concerted action. Angela Bwalya, a Senior Agricultural Researcher and a 2019 One Planet Laureate Candidate, works with Zambian farmers to improve soil nutrients and water retention for enhanced yields. Learn about her research and innovation here:
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