Eastern and Southern Africa

ICRISAT Strengthens South–South Collaboration through ISSCA and ITEC Global Training Programs

Four specialized courses equip global practitioners with science-based regenerative agriculture, digital technologies, crop improvement, and seed systems

Official Launch of DEFIS–ICRISAT–FOFIFA Partnership Marks New Step in Food Security for Southern Madagascar

Launched in March 2026, this partnership unites science, innovation, and local expertise to strengthen food systems, improve livelihoods, and scale climate-resilient solutions across southern Madagascar.

ICRISAT and Malawi Government Release Climate-Resilient Groundnut Variety for Commercialization

To date, over 15 improved groundnut varieties have been released in Malawi, helping boost farmer incomes and drive local economic growth.

Seeds of Hope: Overcoming Zimbabwe's Drought Crisis with Community-led Innovation

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ICRISAT Hosts Insightful Side Event at Africa CSA Conference in Kigali

Discussions highlight the role of science in shaping policy agendas

ICRISAT Celebrates its Foundation Day, Marking 55 Years of Science-Driven Impact

ICRISAT headquarters in India and its regional offices across Africa came together to celebrate the Institute’s 55th Foundation Day, reflecting on its journey and future direction. The celebrations featured leadership messages and an address by Chief Guest Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, outlining a path toward an impact-driven future.

ICRISAT Releases First-Ever Biofortified Pearl Millet for Zimbabwe and the ESA Region

Building Capacity in Crop Modeling to Advance Circular Food Systems in Southern Africa

Training Equips Researchers to Support Smallholder Farmers with Climate-Smart, Sustainable Agriculture

ICRISAT Co-Releases First Pearl Millet and Sorghum Hybrids in Zimbabwe

Science-led innovation is reshaping agriculture in Zimbabwe, directly addressing critical challenges such as climate change, food insecurity, and nutritional deficits.

Official Launch of DEFIS–ICRISAT–FOFIFA Partnership Marks New Step in Food Security for Southern Madagascar

Launched in March 2026, this partnership unites science, innovation, and local expertise to strengthen food systems, improve livelihoods, and scale climate-resilient solutions across southern Madagascar.

AFSF 2025: Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) – CGIAR Partnership for Impact

Empowering Women Through Smart Food Training in Balleyara, Niger

Transforming Zimbabwe's Food Landscape

Traditional Grains Conference Reveals Pathways to Food Security and Climate Resilience