news and events
Welcome to our News and Events page, where you can stay updated on the latest happenings and upcoming activities related to our project.
Here, you will find a comprehensive collection of news articles, event announcements, and updates on our initiatives.
Stay informed about our progress, achievements, and the impact we are making. Join us in our journey by participating in our events and staying connected with the latest developments. Explore the sections below to learn more and stay engaged with our vibrant community.
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CIKOD and DHLTU strengthen partnership to promote agroecology education and food system transformation in Ghana
The Centre for Indigenous Knowledge and Organizational Development (CIKOD) has announced a strategic partnership with Dr. Hilla Limann Technical University (DHLTU) in Wa, Ghana, following the launch of Ghana’s first MSc Programme in Agroecology. For more than a decade, CIKOD has played a leading role in promoting agroecology through field practice, scientific dialogue, policy engagement, and movement building. This new collaboration with DHLTU represents an important step towards strengthening agroecology education,…
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DHLTU commissions Agroecology Laboratory to advance sustainable farming in West Africa
Dr. Hilla Limann Technical University (DHLTU) has commissioned a new Agroecology Laboratory in Wa, Ghana, within the framework of the AGRECOFARM – Agricultural Farming Master Programme for Sustainable Agriculture in West Africa project. The initiative, funded by the European Union’s Erasmus+ Programme, aims to promote agroecology education, research, and practical training in Ghana and across West Africa. The laboratory will support the newly developed Master of Science programme in Agroecology, which…
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AGRECOFARM project consortium meeting
Professor Picuno presented the AGROECOFARM initiative, which supports the development of MSc agroecology programs in Ghana, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone. The initiative consolidates knowledge anddisseminates skills through a broad network of African and European institutions, demonstrating howinternational partnerships can drive curriculum innovation and capacity building in higher education. The African Sciences of Agroecology, Nutritional Sciences and Ethnobotany (ASANE) Initiative hostedits second online session ahead of the in-person launch event scheduled for…
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Visita in Sierra Leone – CUSL
The delegation conducted a thorough review of our Agroecology Lab and Farm, and will held over the days essential training sessions for academic staff ahead of program launch. This collaboration highlights our commitment to advancing agroecology in Sierra Leone through global academic excellence.