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As the impacts of climate change continue to cause concern across the world, more than US$45 billion in East and Southern African agricultural productions find themselves at risk due to erratic rainfall patterns, extended droughts, and unpredictable temperatures. All of this raises grave concerns for food security and the economic livelihoods in the region that rely on agricultural means

By Mr. Aly Abousabaa, ICARDA Director General and CGIAR Regional Director CWANA. Climate scientists have long predicted increased intensity and frequency of weather extremes, yet this year’s record-breaking heatwaves, most notably across the United States, Southern Europe, and China, took even the most cautious observers by surprise. We need to adapt our food systems to what is fast becoming a

In recent years, the impact of climate change has become increasingly evident, posing significant challenges to communities worldwide. In the heart of Kenya, Laikipia County finds itself at the forefront of addressing these challenges, recognizing the urgent need for collective action to build resilience, foster sustainable development, and ensure peace. Laikipia County, like many regions across Africa, faces a myriad

In recent years, the impact of climate change has become increasingly evident, posing significant challenges to communities worldwide. In the heart of Kenya, Laikipia County finds itself at the forefront of addressing these challenges, recognizing the urgent need for collective action to build resilience, foster sustainable development, and ensure peace. Laikipia County, like many regions across Africa, faces a myriad

Agriculture is a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions and thus both a contributor to the climate change crisis and one of the sectors most adversely affected by rising temperatures, longer periods of drought, and sudden floods.  Climate change is a reality that we all live with today, and often the ones who bear the brunt of its effects are

In a Q&A article by Gilbert Nakweya in Nature Africa (Sept 2025), Appolinaire Djikeng, director general of the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) and CGIAR senior director for livestock-based systems, shares his insights on how biosciences can boost food security in Africa. Below is an excerpt of the article. Professor Appolinaire Djikeng is a molecular biologist, based in Kenya, who

A recent case study in western Kenya offers valuable insights into persistent gaps, and what it will take to close them. By examining how dairy farmers understand, perceive, and value climate mitigation strategies, the research sheds light on the social foundations of climate-smart agriculture and why technical solutions alone are not enough.

The CGIAR Initiatives on Excellence in Agronomy (EIA) and Asian Mega-Deltas (AMD), together with the Department of Crop Protection (DCP) led by its Deputy Director for the South, Mr. Le Thanh Tung, conducted a joint workshop in Can Tho City, Vietnam to introduce innovations supporting climate change adaptation and mitigation in the Mekong River Delta (MRD). EIA and AMD are