The Alliance at the Agrifood Innovation and Partnership Forum in West Africa

 The Alliance at the Agrifood Innovation and Partnership Forum in West Africa

On April 1st, the Alliance of Bioversity International and CIAT is convening a high-level strategic forum in Dakar, Senegal, to advance agrifood innovation and partnerships for impact in West Africa.

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In a context marked by climate variability, land degradation, demographic pressure, and market volatility, the forum will showcase a portfolio of innovations developed and tested by the Alliance and its partners over the past five years. Delivered through initiatives such as AVENIR, AICCRA, TARSPro, ClimBeR, and the Climate Action Science Program, these solutions have already demonstrated impact in climate-smart agriculture, digital advisory services, soil and water management, climate information services, agri-nutrition, and inclusive innovation for women and youth.

The forum seeks to mobilize donors, policymakers, private sector actors, and development partners around solutions that are ready for consolidation, investment, and scaling across Senegal and the wider West African region. The Alliance will mobilize its scientists, partnership leaders, and technical experts to contribute to opening sessions, innovation showcases, high-level discussions, and strategic exchanges with institutional, financial, and private-sector partners.

Agenda

April 1, 2026

Arrival and registration

1 April 2026 09:00–09:30
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Welcome remarks

1 April 2026 09:30–09:40
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Other speakers: Oumou Doumbouya, Regional Partnerships Lead 

Setting the scene

1 April 2026 09:30–10:00
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Presentation of the Alliance’s agrifood innovations

1 April 2026 10:00–10:50
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Other speakers: Cyrus Muriithi, Senior Climate Action Analyst 

Networking break

1 April 2026 10:50–11:10
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High-level roundtable

1 April 2026 11:10–11:40
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Roundtable reflections

1 April 2026 11:40–12:10
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Key messages and closing

1 April 2026 12:10–12:20
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Networking lunch

1 April 2026 12:20–13:20
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This strong representation reflects the Alliance’s commitment to connecting science, innovation, investment, and partnerships to drive transformation in agrifood systems across West Africa.