AWARD Director, Dr. Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg, Reflects on AWARD’s Ambitious Plans for the Future

Just over two years ago, Dr. Wanjiru Kamau-Rutenberg took the helm as AWARD’s Director. In this interview, she describes the journey and articulates a bold new vision for AWARD’s future.

AWARD has been undergoing a strategic planning process. How are you connecting the dots between scientific innovation, gender responsiveness, and African prosperity?

“Agricultural value chains begin at the research stage and Africa cannot afford to ignore, or outsource its agricultural innovation needs. We must continue building a sustainable and resilient agricultural innovation system, ensuring that African