Beyond rhetoric: AUDA-NEPAD and PAP discuss Genome Editing for Africa’s Future
In a historic meeting with important Pan-African Parliament (PAP) committees, the African Union Development Agency-NEPAD (AUDA-NEPAD) explored the transforming possibilities of genome editing (GEd) in tackling urgent environmental and agricultural issues. Attracting lawmakers, scientists, and policy experts, the conference in Midrand, South Africa sought to investigate how innovative biotechnology may propel sustainable development, fight climate […]
Paris Climate Accord: World could move on without the US, says top diplomat
As the incoming administration in the United States takes shape, the country’s expected withdrawal from the Paris Climate accord is all but certain going by the electoral promises of President-elect Donald Trump. But the outgoing US Ambassador to the United Nations, Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield says that as difficult as the prospect of US withdrawal may […]
Issues in Genome Editing for Africa’s Agricultural Transformation
By Seleman Yusuph Kitenge The world of agricultural biotechnology is evolving at an unprecedented pace, and Africa is not left behind in this transformation. One of the most promising tools in this space is genome editing, specifically the CRISPR-Cas9 system, which is increasingly being used to address challenges in food security, climate change resilience, and […]
The Power of Science Communication in Shaping the Future of Genome Editing in Africa
By Seleman Yusuph Kitenge The recently concluded webinar on science communication, held on August 22, 2024, brought together a diverse group of participants from across the globe, highlighting the significance of genome editing (GEd) and its potential to transform agriculture, food security, and resilience to climate change in Africa. The panelists, drawn from academia, research […]
Trump,Harris ignore Africa during debate
By Uchenna Ekwo With all the hype about the September 10, 2024 presidential debate held at the National Constitution Center, Philadelphia neither Trump’s nor Harris’ policies towards Africa came up for discussion. The debate moderators – David Muir and Linsey Davis of ABC News and the political pundits were also complicit in ignoring a mere […]
Youths damage crops in disputed farmland
Cash crops, economic trees, and leased farmland valued at two million Naira have been destroyed at rural Amagwu community, Umuavulu Abor in Udi local government area of Enugu State, Nigeria by restive youths allegedly hired by anonymous community leaders. Narrating the incident, the emotionally distraught farmer, Mrs. Ifeaoma Igwe explained how she lost crops such […]
Minna Protest Aftermaths: President Issues Orders on Food Prices
By Osita Chinedu Following the mass protest in Minna, the state capital of Niger state over the rising cost of food prices and dwindling economic situation, the Bola Tinubu administration has issued marching orders to the relevant authorities to work out immediate measures to checkmate the rising cost of food prices across the country. The […]
Smuggling: Threat to National Food Security – HURIWA
By Osita Chinedu Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has raised alarm over the disturbing trend of smuggling agricultural produce to neighbouring countries, warning of its deadly implications to the country’s food security. According to HURIWA, the call was made as a response to the revelations made by the Governor of Kwara state, Abdulrahaman […]
The Fight Against Terrorism: Tanzania’s Ten-House Cell System as a Model for Effective Grassroots Counter-terrorism in Africa
By Seleman Yusuph Kitenge Terrorism continues to pose a significant challenge to both African nations and the global community as a whole. The African Center for the Study and Research on Terrorism (2022) reported that from July 1st to September 30th, 2022, 388 terrorist attacks resulted in over 2,391 fatalities across the continent. It is […]
US special envoy for global food security visits Zambia, Malawi, and the United Kingdom
U.S. Department of State Special Envoy for Global Food Security, Dr. Cary Fowler will travel to Lusaka, Zambia, January 15-18; Lilongwe, Malawi, January 18-21; and London, United Kingdom, January 23-24. In Lusaka and Lilongwe, Special Envoy Fowler will be joined by USAID Global Food Crisis Coordinator Dina Esposito for meetings with government officials and stakeholders on […]