The Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN), in collaboration with partners, hosted a Virtual Knowledge Forum on Sustainable Food Systems from 20–22 May 2026. The forum is part of the Strengthening Evidence-Based Policy Practice for Sustainable Food Systems (StEPPFoS) project, which aims to bridge the gap between research evidence and policy implementation in Africa’s agri-food systems.
The online forum, themed “Linking Evidence, Policy, and Action,” brought together policymakers, researchers, development partners, private sector actors, and civil society organizations to discuss practical solutions to Africa’s food and nutrition security challenges. Discussions focused on strengthening evidence-based policymaking and fostering collaboration to support sustainable and inclusive food systems across the continent.
Key thematic presentations included nutrition and food safety, value addition, continental trade and market access, financing for agriculture, youth and gender inclusion, digital innovation, technology transfer, and climate adaptation for resilient food systems.
The forum also featured a Virtual Innovation Exhibition, where innovators, researchers, farmer organizations, and technology developers showcased practical solutions such as digital agriculture tools, climate-smart technologies, and community-driven initiatives that strengthen food systems. These sessions demonstrationed, evidence of impact, and interactive discussions aimed at encouraging collaboration and scaling successful innovations.