Time: 11:00 - 12:00
Venue: Zoom
NRF Science for Society Lecture invitation - Topic: Strengthening resilience in nutrition and food security on the African continent
The impact of climate variability and change in agriculture poses a particular challenge for the African continent and has led to weakened resilience in nutrition and food security in various African countries. In addition, the war in Ukraine has also added to challenges of nutrition and food security for the continent due to disruptions in the food supply chain, leading to shortages of supplies such as wheat, edible oil and fertiliser, as well as a surge in food prices.
The National Research Foundation (NRF), in partnership with the DSI-NRF Centre of Excellence in Food Security, presents this special virtual Science for Society lecture in observance of Africa Month 2022.
The panel discussion will explore, among others, issues that continue to impact on the vulnerability of nutrition and food security for the region, as well as provide insight into how we can boost the resilience of food systems in Africa.
Details
Date: Tuesday, 31 May, 2022
Time: 11:00 – 12:00
Venue: Zoom
To register, please click here. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Enquiries:
Lerato Mpetshwa: lr.mpeyshwa@nrf.ac.za
Carla Bernardo: cbernardo@uwc.ac.za
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