ABNE

The African Biosafety Network of Expertise (ABNE) is a continent-wide biosafety service network established by the African Union Development Agency - NEPAD .

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

Zimbabwe’s Seed Future Blooms Brighter!

Last week, Harare, Zimbabwe, became the hub of agricultural innovation! 🌱 Together with the National Biosafety Agency (NBA), we hosted a pivotal stakeholder capacity-building meeting focused on Seed Production Technology (SPT).

During the event, Professor Fanuel Tagwira, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology Development - @mhtestd, underscored the vital importance of this initiative. He remarked:

“It is important for Zimbabwe to embrace new seed production technologies and regulations that keep seed markets accessible, affordable, and flexible for local farmers.”

This vision guided the 35 brilliant minds in attendance—drawn from regulatory agencies, agricultural research institutions, government ministries, and expert advisors. This wasn’t just a meeting; it was a powerful stride towards enhancing Zimbabwe’s regulatory readiness for SPT.

Participants engaged in targeted technical capacity building, meticulously drafting science-based, risk-proportionate national guidelines that align with the highest international best practices. A special focus was also placed on empowering members of the NBA Board, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge to lead this vital transformation.

By strengthening our capacity in seed production, we’re not just growing crops; we’re nurturing food security, economic growth, and a sustainable agricultural landscape for generations to come.

#SeedProduction #ZimbabweAgriculture #AUDANEPAD #NationalBiosafetyAgency #FoodSecurity #CapacityBuilding #Innovation #SustainableAgriculture #MHTEISTD

[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

RT @NEPAD_Agency: 🌍 Unveiling the Future of African Biotechnology! 🧬

Embark on a journey of discovery with the 2026 Biotechnology and Bios…

[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

AUDA-NEPAD, in partnership with the National Biosafety Management Agency (NBMA) carried out a stakeholder capacity-building meeting on national guidelines for seed production technology (SPT), from 23 to 27 February 2026 in #Abuja, #Nigeria. @NEPAD_Agency
Read more: https://t.co/FhHt1s55si

[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

Happy to share this first update of the year on @NEPAD_Agency's biosafety activities in the past weeks. Happy New Year 2026!
Link to the Update: https://t.co/eTWLf4hyKt

[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

Senegalese Experts Discuss the Best Ways to Harness the High Agricultural Potential of #Genome Editing
Experts from #Senegal's universities, the Senegalese Institute for Agricultural Research (ISRA), and the National #Biosafety Agency (ANB), with support from partners including AUDA-NEPAD, the University of California, Davis, IITA, and the USDA, met to discuss the potential of genome editing technology in Senegal's agricultural sector. All unanimously recognized the immense opportunities offered by this technology and the urgent need for Senegal to lay the necessary groundwork for its safe use in the country.

[AUDA-NEPAD @NEPAD_Agency]

🌍✈️ From East Lansing with purpose!

In partnership with Michigan State University, we’ve kicked off the 2025 International Agricultural Biotechnology, Biosafety, Technology Transfer & Commercialization Short Course at @michiganstateu in the USA 🇺🇸.

Running from 3–16 August, this immersive 2-week experience brings together 14 biosafety stakeholders from 8 African countries, united by a common goal: strengthening Africa’s capacity in biotechnology and biosafety.

Through dynamic discussions, expert-led sessions, and real-world field visits, participants are exchanging knowledge with their U.S. counterparts—and shaping the future of agricultural innovation on the continent.

#AUDA_NEPAD #BiotechAfrica #Biosafety #TechnologyTransfer #AfricaInnovation #GlobalPartnerships #Agenda2063

[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

#Ethiopia is among the few African countries that have #genome editing guidelines and stacked traits guidelines. Link to download updated maps: https://t.co/rCEMW9FdCM…
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[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

#Zimbabwe Considers Using #Biotechnology and #Genome Editing for Agricultural Development.
https://t.co/7MAY2gr3zY

[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

AUDA-NEPAD Supports Africa’s #biodiversity Priorities in UN’s Biodiversity Conference Discussions
Link to the full article: https://t.co/50qC06aoMl

[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

@NEPAD_Agency Supports Africa’s Biodiversity Priorities in UN’s Biodiversity Conference Discussions
Link to the full article: https://t.co/50qC06aoMl

[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

Latest News on Key #Biosafety Activities Supported by AUDA-NEPAD.
Link to the Biosafety Update: https://t.co/EOKtni8MjQ

[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

AUDA-NEPAD ABNE in partnership with the #Rwanda Environmental Management Agency (REMA) and other partners conducted a #biosafety risk assessment and management training from 12 – 13 December in Kigali.
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[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

#COP16 By empowering our African Group of Negotiators, AUDA reinforces Africa’s leadership in shaping global biodiversity governance, balancing conservation with innovation, public health, and sustainable development.” @NEPAD_Agency

[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

#COP16 Through technical support and capacity strengthening, AUDA-NEPAD ensures all AU Member States are unified in their positions. These negotiations are vital for securing sustainable funding, strengthening biodiversity strategies, and ensuring fair access to genetic resources

[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

With AUDA’s technical and financial backing, Africa is presenting a united front on key agenda items such as resource mobilization for biodiversity, capacity-building and knowledge transfer, equitable benefit-sharing of genetic resources , synthetic biology, and RA. @NEPAD_Agency

[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

“Aligned with its mandates on knowledge advisory support, capacity building and strengthening, AUDA-NEPAD is supporting the African Group of Negotiators (AGN) under the UN Convention on Biological Diversity at #COP16 in Cali, Colombia. @NEPAD_Agency

[ABNE @NEPAD_ABNE]

Courtesy visit of the new Executive Director of the National Biosafety Agency of #Senegal, Prof. Aliou Ndiaye to the Regional Office of the African Union Development Agency-NEPAD in #Dakar. He was welcomed by the Head of the Regional Office and Head of ABNE, Mr. Samuel Timpo.