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Universities ask for funding injection in foodsystems research

Mon, 21/06/2021 - 01:07
African universities are calling for increased investment in research and innovation for scientists to explore factors of agricultural production that could be utilised for enhancing sustainable food production and consumption on the continent. Universities want actors in Africa’s development, including governments, to raise funding for science to ensure resources such as land and water are used sustainably, and to ensure that appropriate technologies are … Read More Universities ask for funding injection in foodsystems research

The Mastercard scholarship has left a positive impact in my life

Wed, 09/06/2021 - 12:15
By Francisca Muteti Ndinda My name is Francisca Muteti Ndinda, a second-year student at Gulu University. I’m pursuing a Master of Science in Agri Enterprises Development. Being a beneficiary of the scholarship under the MasterCard Foundation has not only transformed my life, it has also improved the lives of many around me. Before joining the programme, I used to struggle financially, to take care … Read More The Mastercard scholarship has left a positive impact in my life

Transforming Higher Education Videos and Links

Mon, 07/06/2021 - 15:30
Knowledge Sharing: Training Videos Community Engagement. Video Series developed by Julieta Mazzola, EARTH University. English What is Community Engagement?  Video 1 of 3.  https://youtu.be/etv2-W1U3O0 Different Forms of University Engagement with the Community. Video 2 of 3. https://youtu.be/73h2p8P0BLw Student learning through Community Engagement. Video 3 of 3. https://youtu.be/Ule3P1-tjC4 Español ¿Qué es compromiso comunitario? Video 1 de 3. https://youtu.be/73h2p8P0BLw Diferentes Formas de Compromiso de la Universidad … Read More Transforming Higher Education Videos and Links

RUFORUM Recognizes Malawian Higher Education Champion

Fri, 04/06/2021 - 11:07
Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM), a network of 129 African universities operating in 38 countries across Africa has created impact across the continent due to the contributions from several individuals, Institutions and Members. According to the meeting held in 2007 at Maputo, Mozambique, the RUFORUM Vice Chancellors decided that RUFORUM should recognize individuals who have made significant contribution towards Higher … Read More RUFORUM Recognizes Malawian Higher Education Champion

I rear sheep to boost my family income

Mon, 31/05/2021 - 10:35
By Simon Kabugi Mbogo I am a third-year student at Egerton University in Kenya, pursuing a bachelors’ degree in Education. I believe in the saying that education is the key to success and an enhancer of personal awareness and growth. I enrolled at Egerton University in September 2017, having endured many challenges such as raising school fees, especially during my first year of enrolment. … Read More I rear sheep to boost my family income

I started a boutique during lockdown

Mon, 31/05/2021 - 10:08
By Sarah Kizza Through the financial support given to me by RUFORUM, I was able to start piggery farming last year. Although I started with two female pigs, recently one of them gave birth to five piglets. The second one is still pregnant. I have also been able to buy additional two piglets and one exotic boar. Besides rearing pigs, I teamed up with a … Read More I started a boutique during lockdown

My Cake baking passion is now a thriving business

Mon, 31/05/2021 - 09:37
By Ngwenchi Marilyn Goreh As a Cameroonian studying in Uganda, I have been undertaking a number of initiatives back home and in Uganda, and specifically in Gulu. In Cameroon, although I haven’t been engaged in a personal project, I offer financial support to my family. For instance, I pay for the cost of dialysis for my sister to ease the burden for my parents. … Read More My Cake baking passion is now a thriving business

I sell eggs in my community

Mon, 31/05/2021 - 08:18
By Amos Anyiego Bikwendo I am a student pursuing an undergraduate degree in Education at Egerton University, Kenya. My vision is to become a transformational leader and entrepreneur. I hope to create jobs that can lead to sustainable livelihoods for youth. Currently, I run a poultry project and supply eggs within the community. Despite having few hens, the project is running well and I … Read More I sell eggs in my community

[Press Release] RUFORUM Hosts African Government Technical Experts

Sat, 29/05/2021 - 10:36
Kampala – 28 May 2021, The Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) hosted a virtual dialogue for Africa Government Technical Experts towards the UN Food Systems Summit 2021 under the theme “Transforming food systems is crucial for delivering all the Sustainable Development Goals”. Ten (10) African countries (Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Mozambique, Namibia, Somalia, Sudan, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe) … Read More [Press Release] RUFORUM Hosts African Government Technical Experts

[Communiqué de Presse] RUFORUM Accueille des Experts Techniques du Gouvernement Africain

Sat, 29/05/2021 - 03:56
Kampala – 28 mai 2021, le Forum Régional des Universités pour le Renforcement des Capacités en  Agriculture  (RUFORUM)  a  organisé  un  dialogue  virtuel  pour  les  experts  techniques  des Gouvernements Africains en vue du Sommet des Nations Unies sur les Systèmes Alimentaires de 2021  sous  le  thème  «La  transformation  des  systèmes  alimentaires  est  cruciale  pour  atteindre tous les objectifs de développement durable ». Dix (10) … Read More [Communiqué de Presse] RUFORUM Accueille des Experts Techniques du Gouvernement Africain

[Press Release] RUFORUM Hosts African Government Technical Experts

Fri, 28/05/2021 - 18:09
Kampala – 28 May 2021, The Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) hosted a virtual dialogue for Africa Government Technical Experts towards the UN Food Systems Summit 2021 under the theme “Transforming food systems is crucial for delivering all the Sustainable Development Goals”. Ten (10) African countries (Burundi, Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya, Mozambique, Namibia, Somalia, Sudan, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe) … Read More [Press Release] RUFORUM Hosts African Government Technical Experts

Making agriculture count again in Kenya

Wed, 26/05/2021 - 17:12
The Kenyan youth are steeped in a dilemma of sorts. Yet the agricultural sector presents a huge opportunity for creation of employment to absorb the youth and ensure food security for the future generation; yet the Kenya Youth Agribusiness Strategy 2017–2021 states that the numbers of young people involved in farming as an occupation or business is decreasing at an alarming rate. Agriculture is … Read More Making agriculture count again in Kenya

Recognizing women’s role in bio-entrepreneurship

Wed, 26/05/2021 - 17:05
In reforming bio-entrepreneurship education in sub-Saharan Africa, PBL-BioAfrica pays close attention to promoting inclusive education and working life. Climate change increasingly impacting the lives of citizens and the environment especially in sub-Saharan Africa, and the long-term effects that it bears on women cannot go unnoticed. Women are more vulnerable during disasters such as droughts and floods. They have less access to resources, are victims … Read More Recognizing women’s role in bio-entrepreneurship

Business Profile- Malaika Enterprise

Sat, 22/05/2021 - 13:24
By Lucky Nyasulu- Business Owner Malaika Enterprise is a registered business under Malawi Government Business Registration Act with an aim to reduce poverty in communities by promoting sustainable income generation through climate adaptive sustainable backyard farming which uses low cost technology. Currently, the enterprise is working with 48 members of 2 Community Based Organisations (CBOs) through the promotion of small-scale organic mushroom production as … Read More Business Profile- Malaika Enterprise

Commercializing pineapple processing through capacity building of TVET students

Mon, 17/05/2021 - 12:49
By Francis Padi Lamptey My vision for my country is to see a self-sufficient nation that can produce enough to feed herself more sustainably even in the face of global warming and eccentric weather changes, a nation where poverty, hunger, and malnutrition is brought to the barest minimum by increasing the livelihood status of the rural poor and resource-constrained farmers through increased participation in … Read More Commercializing pineapple processing through capacity building of TVET students

RUFORUM Congratulates Muslim Community Upon the Completion of the Holy Month of Ramadan and Happy Eid Al Fitr

Tue, 11/05/2021 - 17:00
Eid is the perfect occasion for us to rejoice in happiness together and tighten the bond of our families. May Allah fulfill all your dreams and hopes and may the blessings of Allah be with you and your families forever.  Eid Mubarak!

Opportunités de Formation de Troisième Cycle dans le cadre du Programme d’Assistanat d’Enseignement Supérieur de RUFORUM (GTA)

Mon, 10/05/2021 - 12:40
Lors de la réunion annuelle des Vice-Chanceliers / Présidents / Directeurs de Section / Recteurs des Universités Membres de RUFORUM (voir les liens sur le Dépliant de RUFORUM et l’Aperçu de RUFORUM) qui s’est tenue le 11 novembre 2020, les ViceChanceliers ont réaffirmé leur engagement envers le Programme d’Assistanat d’Enseignement Supérieur (GTA) qu’ils ont initié en 2014. Les objectifs du GTA sont les suivants: … Read More Opportunités de Formation de Troisième Cycle dans le cadre du Programme d’Assistanat d’Enseignement Supérieur de RUFORUM (GTA)

Postgraduate Training Opportunities under the RUFORUM Graduate Teaching Assistantship Program (GTA)

Mon, 10/05/2021 - 11:51
During the annual meeting of Vice Chancellors/Presidents/Principals/Rectors of RUFORUM Member Universities (see links about RUFORUM flier and RUFORUM at a Glance) held on 11th November 2020, the Vice Chancellors re-affirmed their commitment to the Graduate Teaching Assistantship Program that they initiated in 2014. The objectives of the GTA are to: i) Improve the quality of higher education and increase the pool of PhD-level trained … Read More Postgraduate Training Opportunities under the RUFORUM Graduate Teaching Assistantship Program (GTA)

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