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Revitalizing common bean seed varieties in DRC through AJEDECEKI
By Sylvia Kalemera, Lydie Mulonda, Napoléon Kajunju, Hosny Dunia, Paulin Njingulula, Lucky Kalisya, Julie Ntamwinja, Jean Claude Rubyogo, & Bola...
Bundled technologies of beans, beneficial insects and fruit trees poised to transform Africa’s agriculture
By Yohane Chideya1, Liz Ng’ang’a2, Dennis Ong’or1, Esther Nzuki1, Ayuka Fombong2, Warren Arinaitwe1, Ekesi Sunday2 & Jean Claude Rubyogo1...
Initiative aiming to boost Africa’s beans, fruits, and insects, sets for launch
From 7 to 9 October 2024, the Alliance of Biodiversity International and CIAT (The Alliance) through Pan-African Bean Research Alliance (PABRA) and...
From Struggle to Strength: Beatrice Alban Msafiri’s Journey of Resilience and Impact
By Beatrice Msafiri, Sylvia Kalemera, Ester Jimmy, Edith Kadege and Jean Claude Rubyogo Beatrice Msafiri embodies the saying, "Every setback is a...
Seeds of Change: Transforming School Meals with Biofortified Crops in Malawi
By Justice Munthali1, Yohane Chideya1, Eric Kaima1, Moses Jemitale2, Rodrick Nkhono2, Wilson Nkhata1 and Jean Claude Rubyogo1 1Alliance of...
Boosting Tanzania’s agricultural innovation through ACCELERATE Project
By Martin Majambele, Atupokile Mwakatwila, Radegunda Kessy & Justus Ochieng In a landmark pause and reflect meeting held at Kibo Palace Hotel on...
Engaging Murang’a County Government to transform common bean value chains
By Dennis Ong’or, Priscilla Nzaka, Justin Mabeya, Paul Aseete, Jean Claude Rubyogo & David Karanja Imagine a place where common beans become a...
Impactful public-private synergies attract increased government support for Malawi’s bean value chain
By Yohane Chideya, Wilson Nkhata & Jean Claude Rubyogo Common bean farming in Malawi is of paramount importance, deeply influencing the...
Empowering women and youth through Multi-crop Thresher Machines in Tanzania
By Atupokile Mwakatwila, Justus Ochieng, Radegunda Kessy, Reinfred Maganga, Yohane Chideya & Jean Claude Rubyogo The Pan-Africa Bean Research...
Bean Breakthrough to Enhance Nutrition in Africa
New bean varieties developed in Africa through ACIAR-funded research will significantly reduce cooking times and promote greater uptake of these...
Enhancing trader seed delivery models for sorghum and groundnuts: The case of Tanzania’s Kibaigwa Flour Supplies Ltd
Authors Atupokile Mwakatwila1*, Justus Ochieng1, Radegunda Kessy1, Sylvia Kalemera1, Devotha Mchau2, Emmanuel Mwenda3, Anthony Bujiku4, Gerald...
PABRA Project Partners mesmerize at Bukavu International Economic Fair
By Paulin Njingulula, Napoleon Kajunju, Justice Munthali, Rachel Kayange, Yohane Chideya The vibrant city of Bukavu in the Eastern Democratic...
How PABRA’s Support is Empowering Women Amidst Adversity in North Kivu
By Napoleon Kajunju, Rachel Kayange, Jean Claude Rubyogo, and Edited by Esther Nzuki In the face of adversity—civil strife and volcanic eruptions...
How PABRA Has Empowered Bean Seed Producers to Cultivate Prosperity and Gender Inclusivity in The DRC Bean Sector
By Napoleon Kajunju, Lydie Mulonda, Jean Claude Rubyogo, and Edited by Esther Nzuki In September 2023, Solidarité des Femmes pour le Développement...
Transforming Lives and Landscapes in Sub-Saharan Africa through PABRA’s Extensive Network
By Esther Nzuki, Edith Mutui, Jean Claude Rubyogo According to the 2023 Outcome Impact Case Report, the Pan-Africa Bean Research Alliance (PABRA)...
Leading The Way: PABRA Triumphs in the 2023 Outcome Impact Case Report
By Esther Nzuki, Justice Munthali, Jean-Claude Rubyogo The Pan-Africa Bean Research Alliance (PABRA) was acknowledged as the awardee of the Level 3...
Beans for a Brighter Tomorrow: Nurturing Sustainability in Communities
Established in 1996, the Pan-Africa Bean Research Alliance (PABRA) is a collaborative bean research and development network of more than 650...
Empowering nutrition partners to promote biofortified crops in drc’s tanganyika province
By Justice Munthali, Napoleon Kajunju and Yohane Chideya Tcham Hotel, overlooking Lake Tanganyika in the Eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC),...
Leveraging agribusiness models and materials development initiatives to bolster continuity of picagl project activities in tanganyika province, drc
By Justice Munthali, Napoleon Kajunju, Fadhili Kasubiri, Awotide Adebola, Yohane Chideya, and Lulu Lwamba On 18 and 19 March 2024, the Pan Africa...
Beyond Adaptation: PABRA-ICIPE Unveiling BRAINS Initiative, Pioneering Climate Resilience in Sub-Saharan Africa
By Esther Nzuki Collaboration is a key driver of overall success and innovation: Doreen Lorenzo. Studies have shown that Africa is making...
Catalyzing Change in Seed Systems in Africa: Accelerating Variety Turnover of Open-pollinated Varieties (OPVS) in Tanzania
Authors: Atupokile Mwakatwila and Justus Ochieng Challenges facing smallholder farmers and traders in Africa are diverse, with varietal turnover...