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New Africa-Europe Research Cluster launched to transform Sustainable Food Systems

The University of Pretoria (UP) recently launched the Africa-Europe Cluster of Research Excellence on Sustainable Food Systems (CoRE-SFS), a transformative initiative addressing Africa’s pressing agricultural challenges, particularly those brought on by climate change and rapid population growth, which place increasing strain on crop and livestock production.
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Qinisa Initiative Launched to Boost Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Research in Southern Africa

The Qinisa Initiative, launched on 27 August 2024 in Pretoria, marks a critical step in tackling agricultural greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across Southern Africa. This programme is part of the ARUA Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Food Systems and hosted at Future Africa at the University of Pretoria.

Dialogue on the Complexity of Transdisciplinary Research

On 22 October 2024, Future Africa hosted the fourth instalment of its Transdisciplinary (TD) Dialogue series, titled Complexity in Transdisciplinary Research: Creativity, Serendipity, and the Future of Academia...
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Future Africa Celebrates 10 Years of the Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP)

A remarkable milestone is on the horizon for the University of Pretoria (UP). It’s flagship initiative, the Africa Science Leadership Programme (ASLP), hosted at Future Africa—UP's pan-African platform for collaborative research—marks its 10th anniversary.
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World Food Day 2024 – Right to Food for a Better Life and a Better Future

Today, we celebrate World Food Day, highlighting the theme “Right to Food for a Better Life and Future.” At Future Africa, we support this message through our Sustainable Food Systems work, led by Research Chair Prof Frans Swanepoel.
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UP’s Professor Wanda Markotter Re-Elected as Co-Chair of the One Health High-Level Expert Panel

Professor Wanda Markotter, a leading expert in zoonotic diseases and One Health at the University of Pretoria, has been re-elected for a second term as co-chair of the One Health High-Level Expert Panel (OHHLEP). The Quadripartite organisations confirmed this re-appointment in June 2024.
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Foster science leadership to advance sustainability

At the SRI 2024 Africa Satellite event, Professor Maano Ramutsindela highlighted the need for visionary leadership and regional collaboration to address Africa’s challenges in climate, food security, and water management.
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Future Africa’s Robotics and Coding Initiative Empowers Youth at Bokamoso High School

Future Africa’s FACE One Health programme, led by Dr Tedson Nkoana, introduced a Robotics and Coding course at Bokamoso High School, Hammanskraal. Targeting Grade 8 learners, the initiative equips students with essential skills to participate in STEM fields and solve Africa's challenges in the future.
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Protecting Communities: The Importance of Rabies Prevention Through One Health

Rabies is a deadly but preventable disease that threatens both humans and animals. As part of Rabies Month, commemorated every September, the Future Africa Research Chair: People, Health, and Places (One Health) highlights the importance of rabies prevention through the One Health approach. This commitment is exemplified by their dog vaccination campaign in Ga Mampa, promoting healthier communitie...
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Dialogue on the Transformative Impact of Transdisciplinary Research

On 28 August 2024, Future Africa hosted the third installment of its Transdisciplinary (TD) Dialogue series, titled The Transformative Impact of Transdisciplinary Research. This engaging discussion featured Professor Matthias Kaiser from the University of Bergen in conversation with Dr Neeraj Mistry, Future Africa's Deputy Director.

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