Storytelling by Researchers: Inspiring stories of African Agriculture by AWARD

3 December 2021. An Afternoon of Storytelling by Researchers: Inspiring stories of African Agriculture by AWARD

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 African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD). AWARD invests in building a pool of African researchers leading agricultural research, developing innovations to improve smallholders’ productivity. Through various interventions, AWARD enhances the researchers’ visibility, influence, their ability to engage and inspire other stakeholders in agricultural research and development.

The moderated virtual storytelling event 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.