News Overview

The enduring partnership between IITA–CGIAR and Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), is a testament to the power of strategic collaboration. By aligning their shared vision and expertise, both institutions have demonstrated how impactful partnerships can drive meaningful outcomes in agricultural research, technological advancements, and youth empowerment. To further strengthen this collaboration, ABUAD’s delegation visited IITA headquarters in Ibadan on 21 February. The

Following a week-long exhibition from 1 to 8 March, IITA–CGIAR participated in the national celebration of International Women’s Day (IWD) held on 8 March 2025 in Arusha, Tanzania. This year’s national theme, “Wanawake na wasichana 2025: Tuimarishe haki, usawa na uwezeshaji,” translates to “Women and girls 2025: Strengthening justice, equality, and empowerment.” The exhibitions were organized by the Ministry of Community Development, Gender, and Children

IITA–CGIAR reaffirms its commitment to recognizing and applauding women and girls for their resilience, impact, and contributions to agriculture, research, and food security. On 10 March, IITA celebrated International Women’s Day with the theme: “For ALL Women and Girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment.” The event commenced with a commemorative walk to honor the invaluable contributions of women in agriculture and development. This

Cowpea, a vital legume crop in sub-Saharan Africa, nourishes millions and supports rural economies. Yet, its productivity is under siege by a persistent enemy: cowpea anthracnose disease (CAD). Recent research has identified the causal agents of CAD in Nigeria, challenging previous understanding of the disease in the country. Historically, Colletotrichum lindemuthianum and C. destructivum were considered the primary pathogens responsible for CAD in Nigeria.

The African Development Bank (AfDB) and IITA–CGIAR have renewed commitment toward transforming Africa’s agricultural landscape following the signing of a €5 million German grant agreement in Abuja to support the ongoing Phase 2 of the Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation (TAAT) program. The grant signing is a testament to the shared effort by both organizations to scale agricultural technologies, boost food production, and strengthen economic growth

As the World marks World Water Day 2025 on March 22 under the theme “Glacier Preservation”, ICARDA highlights agrivoltaics. This innovative solution optimizes water use while enhancing dryland food and energy production.  As distinct as they may seem, glaciers and drylands have something in common: water. In abundance for the former, in paucity for the latter. Sadly, both are

In the wake of the escalating climate crisis, small-scale farmers across Sub-Saharan Africa face unpredictable weather patterns that threaten their yields, food security, and livelihoods. To address these challenges, the Enhancing Climate Change Resilience in East Africa (ECREA) project is working to empower farmers with Weather and Climate Information Services (WCIS) and agro-advisories. The ECREA project is funded by the

A One Health approach, coupled with community education and improved disease surveillance, can help to prevent future outbreaks of wild animal diseases in Southeast Asia, according to a recent research study published in Veterinary Quarterly (Mar 2025). The authors of the study reviewed a decade of published literature on wildlife zoonoses in Southeast Asia, a known hotspot for the emergence