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We are pleased to announce our participation in the upcoming conference, “Research and Innovation in Africa: a driver for development and partnerships,” scheduled for 13 September 2023. The onsite and online event will be held at the Permanent Representation of France to the EU in Brussels.
DeSIRA-LIFT is looking for an expert to conduct a rapid review of regional agricultural policies in Africa.
📅 Deadline for applications: 30 August 2023.
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DeSIRA-LIFT is looking for a pro-active Communications Officer to join its team.
DeSIRA-LIFT is looking for two experts to conduct a scoping study on existing funding mechanisms for innovation in Africa.
📅 Deadline for applications: 15 August 2023.
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DeSIRA-LIFT is looking for an Expert in Agricultural and Innovation Policies and an Expert in Communicating Research.
📅 Deadline for applications: 23 June 2023.
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DeSIRA-LIFT, the Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA), and the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) jointly hosted a parallel session during the 8th African Agribusiness and Science Week (AASW8), focusing on “Improving Climate Resilience and Sustainability of Farming and Food Systems: Exploring the Contribution of Agroecology”. Read the main takeaways from the event.
This report delivers the results of a mapping exercise of actors that support agroecological transitions in sub-Saharan Africa.
DeSIRA-LIFT is looking for an Expert in Innovation and Management Studies.
📅 Deadline for applications: 23 June 2023.
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IFAD, FARA and DeSIRA-LIFT are co-organizing a hybrid dialogue on “Improving Climate Resilience and Sustainability of Farming and Food Systems: Exploring the Contribution of Agroecology.” This event will be held in the margins of #AASW8 – the African Agribusiness and Science Week – in Durban, South Africa, on 6 June 2023, from 11:00 to 13:00.
DeSIRA-LIFT is looking for an Expert in Agricultural and Innovation Policies and an Expert in Communicating Research.
📅 Deadline for applications: 23 June 2023.
🔗 Download the Terms of Reference for further details.
One of DeSIRA-LIFT’s key objectives is to generate actionable knowledge and advice for African and European decision makers on the potential of Agricultural Knowledge and Innovation Systems for sustainable, climate-resilient, and inclusive food systems.
This report delivers the results of a mapping exercise of African research and education organisations and networks involved in research and innovation initiatives in the field of agroecology and other innovative approaches.
DeSIRA-LIFT has initiated a scoping study to explore the opportunities and challenges associated with off-farm production, marketing, and utilization of organic and biofertilizers.
The aim of the webinar is to critically review the different types of multistakeholder innovation facilities (MIF) that are put in place, or promoted, by DeSIRA projects: innovation platforms, innovation poles, living labs, innovation hubs, business clusters, forum, etc.
DeSIRA-LIFT is looking for an expert in research in agroecological transitions in West Africa, who will work with the European Commission (DG INTPA) and the African Sub-Regional Organisations (SROs) ASARECA, CCARDESA, and CORAF to prepare and coordinate an upcoming call for Expressions of Interest for Regional Centres of Excellence for Agroecology.
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