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CS-PILLARFANRPAN drives Zimbabwe’s push for formal recognition of Community Animal Health WorkersCS-PILLARFANRPAN facilitates revival of Eswatini’s National Seed CommitteeCEO's BlogWhat the Region Already Knows, and What It Has Yet to FundPartner eventFANRPAN at the 9th Africa Agriculture Science WeekCEO's BlogTwo in Three Africans Still Cannot Afford a Healthy DietPartner eventFANRPAN Advances Youth-Led Food SystemsPartner eventInaugural African Pastoral Markets ForumPartner eventFANRPAN at Regenerative Futures 2026FANRPAN eventEU–Africa Collaboration to Scale AgroecologyCS-PILLARFANRPAN Launches New Regional Initiative
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CS-PILLARFANRPAN drives Zimbabwe’s push for formal recognition of Community Animal Health WorkersFANRPAN is driving a national policy process to move Community Animal Health Workers from an informal last-mile solution towards formal recognition within Zimbabwe’s animal health system.Read more →
CS-PILLARFANRPAN facilitates revival of Eswatini’s National Seed CommitteeAfter several years of inactivity, FANRPAN supported the reconvening of Eswatini’s National Seed Committee, bringing key seed-sector actors back around the table and establishing a renewed…Read more →
CEO's BlogWhat the Region Already Knows, and What It Has Yet to FundOn Monday 17 August 2026, Heads of State and Government met at the Durban International Convention Centre for the 46th Ordinary Summit of the Southern African Development Community, under…Read more →
Partner eventFANRPAN at the 9th Africa Agriculture Science WeekThe Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) convened the 9th Africa Agriculture Science Week (AASW9) in Abuja, Nigeria, bringing together more than 900 participants from…Read more →
CEO's BlogTwo in Three Africans Still Cannot Afford a Healthy DietGlobal hunger eased again in 2025, and the long rise in Africa’s hunger prevalence was interrupted. The harder problem is affordability. A healthy diet remains beyond the reach of most…Read more →
Partner eventFANRPAN Advances Youth-Led Food SystemsFANRPAN Champions Youth-Led Food Systems Transformation at the 8th Southern Africa Youth Forum Johannesburg, South Africa | 21 July 2026 FANRPAN participated in the 8th Southern Africa…Read more →
Partner eventInaugural African Pastoral Markets ForumFANRPAN Participates in Inaugural African Pastoral Markets Forum in Addis Ababa From 13 to 17 July 2026, FANRPAN participated in the inaugural African Pastoral Markets Forum in Addis Ababa,…Read more →
Partner eventFANRPAN at Regenerative Futures 2026FANRPAN Contributes to the Regenerative Futures South Africa 2026 Conference FANRPAN participated in the Regenerative Futures South Africa 2026 Conference, convened by Kagiso Trust,…Read more →
FANRPAN eventEU–Africa Collaboration to Scale AgroecologyOn 22 June 2026, stakeholders from research, policy, development, and food system organizations convened at the Agricultural Research Council – Vegetables, Industrial and Medicinal Plants…Read more →
CS-PILLARFANRPAN Launches New Regional InitiativeFANRPAN launches a new regional initiative, supported by the Judith Neilson Foundation, to strengthen inclusive, climate-resilient and evidence-based agrifood systems in Eswatini, Uganda…Read more →
FANRPAN event2026 Regional Circular Food Systems Policy DialogueIntegrating Circular Food Systems into Climate Policy and Finance The day opened with a session examining how evidence from the CFS programme can inform climate adaptation and resilience…Read more →
FANRPAN event2026 Regional Circular Food Systems Policy DialogueEnterprises, Inclusion, Extension, and Cross-country Learning Day 3 of the 2026 Regional Circular Food Systems Policy Dialogue shifted the conversation from field evidence to the enabling…Read more →
FANRPAN event2026 Regional Circular Food Systems Policy DialogueFrom Policy to Practice — Circularity in Action at the CFS Pilot Site Day 2 of the 2026 Regional Circular Food Systems Policy Dialogue moved discussions from conference rooms into the…Read more →
FANRPAN event2026 Regional Circular Food Systems Policy DialogueSetting the Policy and Investment Agenda for Circular Food Systems in Africa The 2026 Regional Circular Food Systems Policy Dialogue was officially opened by the Deputy Minister of…Read more →
Partner eventNational Adaptation Plan (NAP) Expo 2026FANRPAN participated in the National Adaptation Plan (NAP) Expo 2026, held from 18–21 May 2026 in Kigali, Rwanda. Convened by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change…Read more →
CS-PILLARFANRPAN at the SADC Disaster Risk MeetingFANRPAN attended the Sixth Ordinary Meeting of SADC Ministers Responsible for Disaster Risk Management, which closed with a ministerial roundtable on disaster recovery and resilience.Read more →
Partner eventFANRPAN at Women’s Inclusion in AgribusinessOn the 21st of April 2026, FANRPAN participated in the Women.Talk.Agribusiness (WTA) programme hosted at the German Embassy in Pretoria, bringing together women farmers and agribusiness…Read more →
CS-PILLARFANRPAN at the 2026 Skoll World ForumFANRPAN joined funders and social innovators at the Skoll World Forum in Oxford, from 21 to 24 April 2026, with participation facilitated by the Judith Neilson Foundation.Read more →
Partner eventFANRPAN Joins EAC RASIP Validation MeetingThe Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network participated in the Regional Validation Meeting of the Draft East African Community (EAC) Agri-Food Systems Investment…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN and AHA Deepen Strategic PartnershipThe Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN) recently hosted Nicole Balomey from Andreas Hermes Akademie for a series of strategic engagements held on 17…Read more →
Partner eventFANRPAN at SACAU Young Leaders Programme (YLIP)On 18 April 2026, FANRPAN participated in the Young Leaders Incubation Programme (YLIP) event convened by the Southern African Confederation of Agricultural Unions (SACAU) and supported by…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN Convenes CFS Policy Dialogue in Harare8 April 2026 | Harare, Zimbabwe On 8 April 2026, FANRPAN convened the Zimbabwe National Circular Food Systems Policy Dialogue at Holiday Inn Hotel in Harare, under the theme: Advancing…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN Convenes CFS Policy Dialogue in Maputo1 April 2026 | Maputo, Mozambique On 1 April 2026, FANRPAN and partners convened the Mozambique National Circular Food Systems Policy Dialogue at Universidade Eduardo Mondlane in Maputo,…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN Convenes CFS Policy Dialogue in Dodoma27 March 2026 | Dodoma, Tanzania On 27 March 2026, FANRPAN joined the Economic and Social Research Foundation and partners to convene the Tanzania National Circular Food Systems Policy…Read more →
Current affairsFANRPAN Hosts European Commission DelegationFANRPAN welcomed Dr. Victor Nechifor and Dr. Andrea Meligi from the Joint Research Centre (JRC) of the European Commission. a strategic engagement focused on strengthening evidence-based…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN and Kagiso Trust: A New Partnership for AfricaThe Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN) and Kagiso Trust have formalised a strategic partnership, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in…Read more →
FANRPAN eventOne Health in Zambia: Research Meets PracticeFANRPAN recently participated in a stakeholder engagement meeting held in Lusaka, Zambia under the Food Systems Transformation in Southern Africa for One Health (FoSTA-Health) initiative.…Read more →
FANRPAN eventTanzania Inclusive Food Systems DialogueFANRPAN participated in the Food Systems Transformation for Southern Africa in One Health (FoSTA-Health) National Stakeholder Dialogue held on 14–15 January 2026 in Tanga, Tanzania. The…Read more →
Press releaseFANRPAN Joins UK PACT Climate Action ConsortiumThe Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN) is proud to join the University of the Free State (UFS) and a multidisciplinary consortium in launching a R10…Read more →
Partner eventContinental Foresight for Resilient Agrifood SystemsFANRPAN, represented by Mr Suwilanji Sinyangwe, participated in the Africa Continental Foresight Consultations for Resilient Agrifood Systems, held in Nairobi from 8–10 December 2025. The…Read more →
CEO's BlogFANRPAN at the 21st RUFORUM AGM: Advancing Agrifood TransformationFANRPAN participated in the 21st RUFORUM Annual General Meeting, held in Gaborone, Botswana, from 1 to 5 December 2025. Leaders from government, higher education, research institutions,…Read more →
FANRPAN eventDay 3: Youth Communiqué for Agrifood TransformationDay 3 of the East African Youth in Agri-Food Systems Expo 2025 (EAYASE-25) marked a historic moment as youth agripreneurs, innovators, policymakers, and development partners converged to…Read more →
Partner eventFANRPAN at the XIX World Water Congress (2025)FANRPAN brought an African policy perspective to the XIX World Water Congress held in Marrakech, Morocco, from 1–5 December 2025, under the theme “Water in a Changing World: Innovation and…Read more →
FANRPAN eventSeed Production in Focus at East African Youth ExpoSeed took centre stage on Day 2 of the East African Youth in Agri-Food Systems Expo 2025 (EAYASE-25), convened under the leadership of AGRA, a continental champion for strengthening seed…Read more →
FANRPAN eventDay 2: Youth Innovation & Agrifood FinanceDay 2 of the East African Youth in Agri-Food Systems Expo 2025 (EAYASE-25), led by AGRA in partnership with regional institutions, unfolded as a powerful showcase of youth innovation,…Read more →
FANRPAN eventEast Africa Youth Expo Calls for Agri-Food ChangeNairobi, Kenya – 3 December 2025 The East African Youth in Agri-Food Systems Expo 2025 (EAYASE-25) officially opened in Nairobi, marking the start of a three-day regional showcase of…Read more →
Partner eventPoultry Futures Forum 2025: From Dialogue to DeliveryThe Poultry Futures Forum 2025, held on 25–26 November in Lusaka, Zambia, marked a decisive step in accelerating the transformation of the Southern African poultry sector. Convened under…Read more →
Press releaseFANRPAN Statement on the 2025 G20 DeclarationFANRPAN’s Statement on the 2025 G20 Leaders’ Declaration highlights the historic significance of South Africa’s Presidency and the commitments made to advance Africa’s food security,…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN Participates in the SADC–ICP Dialogue PlatformOn 11 November 2025, FANRPAN participated in the SADC–International Cooperating Partners (ICP) Dialogue Platform, held virtually under the theme of strengthening regional cooperation,…Read more →
NewsFANRPAN at SADC Climate & DRR Thematic MeetingThe Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN) participated in the 5th Meeting of the SADC Thematic Group on Climate Change and Disaster Risk Reduction…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN Elevates Youth Agripreneurs at CAADP PPKigali, Rwanda 29–31 October 2025 At the 2025 CAADP Partnership Platform (PP) held in Kigali on 30 October, the Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN)…Read more →
CEO's BlogYouth Power: An “Around-the-Fire” Conversation at CAADP PP 2025On the morning of 30 October in Kigali, the Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN) joined AGRA and the Youth in Employment from Food and Agriculture…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN Convenes Food Loss & Waste WorkshopFANRPAN co-convened the Regional Workshop on Food Loss and Waste (FLW) Prevention in Sub-Saharan Africa at Future Africa Campus, University of Pretoria. The Workshop was co-convened…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN Strengthens Partnership with ECDPMFANRPAN recently visited the European Centre for Development Policy Management (ECDPM) in Brussels to reaffirm their longstanding collaboration and explore new areas of partnership. The two…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN at the First AU–EU IRC Funders Working GroupThe Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN), represented by its Director of Policy Research and Analysis, Sithembile Mwamakamba, participated in the first…Read more →
Partner eventAGRA & Partners Spotlight Youth at SYAS2025Gaborone, Botswana — 6–7 October 2025 Over 120 young agripreneurs from across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region gathered in Gaborone for the inaugural SADC Youth in…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN at SADC Youth Agri-Food Fair 2025The SADC Youth in Agri-Food Systems Trade Fair and Expo (SYAS2025) brought together over 200 young entrepreneurs, policymakers, researchers, and development partners from 06 – 07 October…Read more →
FANRPAN eventYouth and Women in Food Systems PolicyDuring the International Conference on Accelerating Equality in Food, Land and Water Systems in Cape Town, South Africa, Dr. Rachel Isabel Mkandawire, representing the Food, Agriculture and…Read more →
CEO's BlogLeveraging Corridors to Scale Circular Food Systems in Africa11th SADC Multi‑Stakeholder Water Dialogue in Maseru At the 11th SADC Multi-Stakeholder Water Dialogue hosted in Maseru, Lesotho from 29 to 30 September 2025, FANRPAN CEO and Head of…Read more →
FANRPAN eventPolicy Dialogue on Climate-Smart, Inclusive LivestockResilient herds, sustainable futures: Policy dialogue calls for climate-smart, inclusive livestock developmentPosted on 25 September 2025 by: John Recha; Brook T. Makonnen |Contributors:…Read more →
CEO's BlogG20 & Food Security: Ministerial Declaration – Ubuntu in ActionLast week, I had the privilege of joining agricultural ministers and experts from across the globe at the G20 Agriculture Working Group (AWG) and Food Security Task Force ministerial…Read more →
Partner eventZambia Food Systems Policy Dialogue — One HealthOn 17–18 September 2025, Zambia convened a National Stakeholders’ Policy Dialogue on Food Systems Transformation towards One Health at Ndozo Lodge in Chilanga. Convened under the Food…Read more →
FANRPAN eventLocally Led Adaptation at Africa Climate Summit IIAt the Second Africa Climate Summit (ACS2) in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the message was clear: Africa’s path to resilience must be locally led. The Addis Ababa Declaration committed to…Read more →
CEO's BlogWomen Power Africa’s Food Systems | Policy Must Match Their ContributionNew evidence shows that most working women in sub-Saharan Africa earn their livelihoods in agrifood systems, yet face persistent gaps in land rights, digital access, income security and…Read more →
FANRPAN eventOne Health & Food Systems: South Africa Policy DialogueOn 27th August 2025, South Africa convened a National Policy Dialogue on Food Systems Transformation towards One Health at the Agricultural Research Council’s VIMP Campus in Pretoria.…Read more →
FANRPAN eventCBA Scale at NAP Expo: High-Level SessionThe Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN) participated in the NAP Expo 2025 held in Lusaka, Zambia, from 12 -15 August 2025. The overall objective of the…Read more →
FANRPAN event2025 FANRPAN Regional Policy Dialogue OutcomesThe 2025 FANRPAN Annual Regional Multi-Stakeholder Policy Dialogue, held in Johannesburg under the theme “Aligning Regional Policies and Investments for Accelerated Agrifood Systems…Read more →
FANRPAN event2025 Regional Policy Dialogue Day 3 HighlightsDay 3 of the FANRPAN Annual Policy Dialogue 2025 brought fresh momentum to Africa’s agrifood systems transformation agenda. Key sessions tackled investment realignment, institutional…Read more →
FANRPAN event2025 Regional Policy Dialogue Day 2 HighlightsDay 2 of the FANRPAN Annual Regional Multi-Stakeholder Policy Dialogue 2025 focused on actionable solutions to transform Africa’s agrifood systems. Discussions centered around three key…Read more →
FANRPAN event2025 Regional Policy Dialogue Day 1 Highlights4 August 2025, Johannesburg – The 2025 FANRPAN Annual Regional Multistakeholder Policy Dialogue opened with a compelling message: Africa’s agrifood systems must transform—urgently,…Read more →
FANRPAN eventLesotho Charts a Gender-Responsive Path for CSAFANRPAN, in partnership with the Centre for Coordination of Agricultural Research and Development for Southern Africa (CCARDESA), the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)…Read more →
FANRPAN eventOne Health & Food Systems: Malawi Policy DialogueOn 15th July, Malawi hosted a National Policy Dialogue on Food Systems Transformation towards One Health in Lilongwe, convened under the Food Systems Transformation in Southern Africa for…Read more →
CEO's BlogFinancing Africa’s Sprint to 2030: Insights from SDR 2025The Sustainable Development Report 2025 (SDR 2025) arrives exactly halfway to the 2030 deadline for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and at the start of the Fourth UN Conference on…Read more →
FANRPAN eventElizabeth Swai Mentors Africa’s AgripreneursWebinar recap – held 19 June 2025, 14:00–16:00 CAT (Zoom) On 19 June 2025, Tanzanian poultry trailblazer Elizabeth Christopher Swai, founder & CEO of AKM Glitters Company Ltd., headlined a…Read more →
FANRPAN eventCFS Tanzania: Magozi–Kiwere Visit SnapshotOverview A CFS partner team visited Magozi and Kiwere to observe practical circularity in local agri-food systems—how communities reduce waste, reuse by-products, and strengthen market…Read more →
FANRPAN eventIringa Meeting Sets Direction for CFS Scale-UpIn the Photo: Official opening of the CFS Annual Meeting, by Iringa District Commissioner, Kheri James From 9–12 June 2025, Iringa welcomed researchers, farmers, and officials from…Read more →
FANRPAN eventDodoma Forum Accelerates Finance for CFSIn the Photo: Delegates at the Circular Food System Business Forum, Dodoma FANRPAN, its Tanzania node—the Economic and Social Research Foundation (ESRF)—and Ardhi University co-convened the…Read more →
Partner eventGHG Priorities: Southern African AgricultureIn the Picture, Left to Right: Dr. Rachel Mkandawire, Prof. Simbarashe Sibanda, and Ms Kanto Razafimandimby Accurate greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting remains a critical challenge for…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN Elevates Africa’s Voice at the G20 MACSIn the Picture: Dr. Tshilidzi Madzivhandila (FANRPAN) speaking as a panelist during the technical session on agrifood systems transformation FANRPAN provided strategic support to the…Read more →
CEO's BlogFANRPAN Joins Africa Day Commemorations – 25 May 2025Africa Day marks the 62 nd anniversary of the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (now the African Union) on 25 May 1963—a milestone that continues to symbolise solidarity,…Read more →
Press releaseFANRPAN and FAO Strengthen CollaborationIn the Picture: Dr. Tshilidzi Madzivhandila (FANRPAN) and Dr. Patrice Talla (FAO Sub-Regional Coordinator for Southern Africa and FAO Representative in Zimbabwe) FANRPAN and FAO Strengthen…Read more →
FeaturePlant Health at Risk: Urgent Need for InvestmentBy Dr. Rachel Mkandawire Plants provide over 80% of the food consumed by humans and are the primary source of nutrition for livestock. Food security is the state of having reliable access…Read more →
FANRPAN eventIndigenous Crops Fuel Sustainable TourismThe Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN), in collaboration with AgriLuxe Marketing, the University of Johannesburg, and the University of the West…Read more →
African UnionFANRPAN Participates in Launch of CAADP StrategyThe Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN) participated in the landmark launch event of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP)…Read more →
FeatureFANRPAN at G20 Agriculture and Food Security DialoguesThe Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN), represented by Ms. Sithembile Mwamakamba, Director of Policy Research and Analysis, actively participated in…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN Reignites Policy Engagement in BotswanaIn the Picture: Prof. Simba Sibanda (FANRPAN) and Dr Gloria Somolekae ( Acting Executive Director, BIDP) Cementing the partnership with a handshake FANRPAN Reignites Policy Engagement in…Read more →
Partner eventFANRPAN at the Validation of the SADC RAIPFANRPAN participated in the validation meeting for the SADC Regional Agricultural Investment Plan (RAIP) 2023–2030, held in Johannesburg, South Africa from 31st March-1st April 2025.…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN Participates in the EAC Joint Sector ReviewFANRPAN participated in the East African Community (EAC) Joint Sector Review (JSR) held in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania from 27–28 March, 2025. The review brought together stakeholders from EAC…Read more →
CEO's BlogAmplifying Africa’s Voice in Global Agricultural Research: G20 MACSSouth Africa’s hosting of the G20 in 2025 has unlocked a rare and strategic opportunity for Africa to shape the global agricultural science and innovation agenda. As the only African…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN Co-Convenes G20 MACS DialogueThe Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN), in partnership with the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) and the Department of Agriculture, convened the…Read more →
CEO's BlogCEO’s Appointment as Board Member for DE AfricaCongratulations to Dr Tshilidzi Madzivhandila who was appointment as a member of the Interim Advisory Board (IAB) of Digital Earth Africa (DE Africa) in his capacity as the Chief Executive…Read more →
FANRPAN eventG20 East & Central Africa Regional DailogueMore than 100 stakeholders from East and Central Africa came together on March 13, 2025, for the second virtual G20 Agricultural Chief Scientists (MACS G20) regional consultation,…Read more →
FANRPAN eventG20 Southern Africa Regional DialogueOn March 11, 2025, the G20 Agricultural Chief Scientists (MACS G20) Southern Africa Regional Dialogue was co-convened by the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) South Africa, FANRPAN,…Read more →
Partner eventFANRPAN at C4PA Planning Workshop – UgandaThe Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN) joined its partners and other stakeholders to conduct a planning workshop for the Coalition for Policy and…Read more →
CEO's BlogAfrica’s Unified Voice During South Africa’s Historic G20 PresidencySouth Africa’s historic G20 Presidency (December 2024 – November 2025) presents a remarkable opportunity for Africa to shape global agricultural discourse and champion innovations that…Read more →
NewsStrengthening Seed Systems in South AfricaDr. Rachel Mkandawire and Dr. Mkhabela representing the Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN), led a high-impact a Stakeholder Engagement Event in Masia…Read more →
FANRPAN eventBridging Science & Policy for Food Systems ChangeFANRPAN was represented by Dr Rachel Mkandawire at the EU-AU FNSSA Policy-Research Workshop, hosted at the Agricultural Research Council (ARC) in Pretoria, South Africa, under the…Read more →
CEO's BlogStrengthening Regional Collaboration for a Resilient African Agri-Food SystemThe 2025 FANRPAN Node Common Visioning Meeting reaffirmed our collective commitment to building a resilient, inclusive, and impact-driven network that effectively shapes Africa’s agri-food…Read more →
FANRPAN eventCBA SCALE+ Policy Advocacy TrainingThe Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN), in partnership Agricultural Consultative Forum (ACF) in partnership and CARE Zambia conducted A transformative…Read more →
Current affairsHarnessing Pulses for Food & Nutrition SecurityBy: Dr. Rachel Mkandawire Pulses: The Unsung Heroes of Food and Nutrition Security Pulses have nourished humanity for centuries, yet their immense potential in tackling malnutrition and…Read more →
CEO's BlogFourteen Years at FANRPAN: A Journey of Commitment and CollaborationCelebrating 14 Years of Leadership at FANRPAN Dr. Tshilidzi Madzivhandila marks 14 years of dedication, impact, and leadership at FANRPAN. From shaping policy research to driving strategic…Read more →
Partner eventFANRPAN at the WISER Southern Africa WorkshopFANRPAN, represented by Dr Rachel Mkandawire, actively participated in the WISER Southern Africa Action First Collaboration Workshop, held from January 22–24, 2025, in Pretoria, South…Read more →
CEO's BlogFANRPAN at the African Union Extraordinary Summit on CAADPFANRPAN is actively participating in the African Union’s Extraordinary Summit on the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Strategy and Action Plan 2026–2035,…Read more →
CEO's BlogFANRPAN CEO Reflections: ACIAR-Africa Alumni WorkshopACIAR hosted a three-day workshop in Nairobi, Kenya (December 9–13, 2024), focused on partnership brokering and effective communication for its Africa Alumni. The event highlighted…Read more →
CEO's BlogReflections on COP29 – Progress Amid Challenges, and the Road to BelémThe 29th UN Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, unfolded in a manner that was both ambitious and sobering. Unlike the euphoric momentum of COP28, which placed food…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN Side Event at the South Africa Science ForumFANRPAN, in collaboration with the Human Science Research Council and Agriculture Research Council, hosted a side event during the South Africa Science Forum on December 2, 2024, in…Read more →
Partner eventFANRPAN Partners to Push African Soil Health PoliciesOn the 26 November 2024, the Food, Agriculture, and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN) joined hands with other like-minded organisations to launch the coalition set to lead…Read more →
NewsFANRPAN at COP29: Transforming Food SystemsResilient food systems are not just a goal-they are the lifeline for vulnerable communities facing the brunt of climate change. At COP29, FANRPAN amplified the voices of those on the…Read more →
FANRPAN eventMpumalanga CSA Dialogue InsightsFANRPAN joined the AU Extraordinary Summit on CAADP 2026–2035 in Kampala, Uganda, to shape strategies for sustainable agrifood systems. CEO Dr. Tshilidzi Madzivhandila highlighted…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN Co-Convenes Inaugural AYAFFANRPAN together with partners convened the inaugural African Youth Agribusiness Forum (AYAF), hosted at the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa on 04 November 2024. This landmark…Read more →
Partner eventCAADP NSA Group Side Event at the 20th CAADP PPFANRPAN actively participated in the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Non-State Actors Group Side Event on the 1st of November at the 20th CAADP Partnership…Read more →
African UnionFANRPAN at the 15th Africa Day for FNSFANRPAN participated in the 20th Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Partnership Platform (PP) held in Harare, Zimbabwe, on October 30, 2024, under the theme “Two…Read more →
FANRPAN eventCEA‑FIRST Forum: Linking Research & PolicyOn the 31st of October, FANRPAN co-convened the CEA-FIRST Policy Forum: Bridging Research and Policy through the AU-EU International Research Consortium on Food Nutrition Security and…Read more →
Partner eventLaunch of the Smart-Food African InitiativeFANRPAN participated in the launch of the Smart Food Africa initiative on 30 October 2024 in Harare at the 20th Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Program-Partnership Platform…Read more →
FeatureFANRPAN Featured in Governance MattersWe are proud to be featured in the inaugural edition of Governance Matters, a publication of the Institute of Governance Professionals (IGP). In the article, Dr. Tshilidzi Madzivhandila and…Read more →
FeatureFour Countries Move to Tier 2 GHG Inventory System.livestock GHG Inventories Ruminant livestock are responsible for 80% of agricultural greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, with cattle contributing most of these emissions through enteric…Read more →
FANRPAN eventFANRPAN retails AFRICAP outputs to COMESAOn 7 March 2022, a delegation of the Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN), led by the CEO and Head of Mission, Dr. Tshilidzi Madzivhandila, met with the…Read more →
NewsFANRPAN Team meets CARE InternationalToday, a team of FANRPAN staffers from the Regional Secretariat held a meeting with the new Regional Advocacy Advisor for CARE International, Ms Chikondi Chabvuta. In their welcome…Read more →No stories match these filters. Try another word or clear the filters.