Africa’s agricultural transformation will be driven not by isolated efforts, but by co-created, well-aligned alliances that turn evidence into impact and ambition into action. This is a key highlight of the 8th session of the ANAPRI Stakeholders Conference. The session brought together stakeholders to reflect on how collaboration, rather than competition, can accelerate progress. Discussions highlighted complementary strengths across policy analysis, soil health, data systems, farmer-focused initiatives, and investment mobilisation.
APPLYING SYSTEMS THINKING AND FORESIGHT FOR AFRICA’S AGRIFOOD TRANSFORMATION
Discussions on applying systems thinking and strategic foresight at the ANAPRI Stakeholders Conference highlighted how Africa can design more coherent, future-ready agrifood policies in an increasingly complex environment. The session emphasised that while many solutions already exist, fragmentation and siloed decision making continue to limit impact. Speakers and panellists stressed the value of foresight, analytics, and practical policy tools in helping countries anticipate long-term challenges, manage trade-offs, optimise scarce public resources, and align investments with CAADP priorities.
DOMESTICATION AND STATUS OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AFRICAN FERTILISER AND SOIL HEALTH ACTION PLAN
Progress in domesticating the African Fertiliser and Soil Health Action Plan was the focus of the sixth session of the recent ANAPRI Stakeholders Conference, showcasing how countries, coalitions, and regional bodies are advancing its implementation. Participants highlighted the urgency of expanding agronomic guidance, mobilising sustainable financing, and aligning national strategies with Africa’s long-term soil health vision. With growing political commitment and practical actions underway, the session reinforced the shift from intention to implementation, focusing on delivering measurable improvements for farmers and food systems.
FROM SPATIAL DATA TO ACTIONABLE POLICY
The African Agriculture Adaptation Atlas is transforming climate data into practical guidance for policy and investment across the continent, as highlighted during the fifth session of the Africa Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes Stakeholders Conference. The discussion and live demonstration showcased how the tool harmonises fragmented datasets, simplifies complex analytics, supports gender-responsive planning, and aligns local priorities with national strategies and climate finance opportunities. Country experiences highlighted its growing impact, from shaping climate finance proposals to informing seasonal bulletins, guiding adaptation planning, and enabling inclusive, resilient decision-making. The session concluded with a shared recognition that the Atlas is becoming a cornerstone for evidence-led, climate-smart agricultural transformation in Africa.
FROM ANALYTICS TO ACTION: USING PPVC EVIDENCE IN GHANA AND ZAMBIA TO PRIORITISE, FINANCE, AND DELIVER INCLUSIVE AGRICULTURAL REFORMS
Session 4 of the 12th ANAPRI Annual Stakeholders Conference focused on how the Policy Prioritisation through Value Chain Analysis approach is shaping more inclusive and market responsive reforms across Africa.
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE OPENING CEREMONY OF THE 12TH ANAPRI CONFERENCE
The opening ceremony of the 12th ANAPRI Stakeholders Conference delivered a powerful call to advance Africa’s food systems through evidence, investment, and collaboration. Moderated by Eugene Anagwe, the session combined vibrant cultural performances by the Inganzo Ngari traditional dancers with strategic insights from government, partners, and ANAPRI leadership. The event was graced by Rwanda’s Minister of State for Agriculture and Animal Resources, Dr Telesphore Ndabamenye, alongside other distinguished guests.
NAVIGATING GLOBAL DISRUPTIONS AND BUILDING RESILIENT FOOD SYSTEMS IN AFRICA
The first session of the Africa Network of Agricultural Policy Research Institutes Stakeholders Conference offered powerful insights on how Africa can strengthen its food systems amid growing global uncertainty. Key points included:
• Global disruptions are now constant, making resilience an urgent priority.
• Smarter investments, stronger institutions, and evidence-led decisions are essential.
• Coordination across public, private, and development partners remains central to effective response.
• Shrinking donor funding means governments must achieve more with limited resources.
• Agriculture will attract young people when it becomes profitable and better organised.
• Advancing the AfCFTA and addressing policy harmonisation gaps will unlock greater intra-African trade.