The transformation of food systems in Africa cannot occur without taking into account the well-being of people, the environment, and animals. This session delves into agricultural practices and their impact on the health of individuals, animals, and the environment. The session will convene researchers and key stakeholders to gain a deeper understanding of the most effective approaches to transforming African food systems. This session will be co-hosted by FSNet-Africa and FoSTA-Health.
Date: Wednesday 18 October 2023
Time: 14:00 – 17:30 (SAST)
Fellows
Dr Roselyne Shayo-Ngowi, Sokoine University of Agriculture, Tanzania
Research topic: Drivers of food choices: Implications for nutrition and safety in Tanzania
Dr Tiwonge Mzumara-Gawa, Malawi University of Science and Technology, Malawi
Research topic: Birds, insects, and crop interaction between subsistence farms and macadamia orchards in Malawi
Dr Sharon Lungu, University of Pretoria, South Africa
Dr Nana Kwapong, University of Ghana, Ghana
Research topic: The complexities of the adoption of climate-smart agricultural practices: Reflections from Ghana
This session is being co-hosted by FSNet-Africa and FoSTA-Health.
