Food Systems Research Network for Africa (FS-Net Africa)

FSNet-Africa aims to design and implement food systems research in partnership with stakeholders to identify solutions that can bring about sustainable change in African food systems.

Context

Early-career research fellows (no more than 10 years post-PhD) will be given the opportunity to participate in 2-year structured research fellowships. The fellowships enable research fellows to conduct context-relevant, interdisciplinary, systems analysis research to identify food systems solutions for Africa. Research is designed and implemented in partnership with relevant food systems stakeholders. The fellowships will also allow fellows to build lasting research networks and develop their skills to translate their research impactfully.

Aims and Objectives

We aim to strengthen researchers' capacities to conduct food systems research and translate evidence into implementable policy solutions and practical interventions to support the SDG targets for Africa.

Key York Contacts

Prof Andy Dougill, Dept of Environment & Geography

Principal and Co-Investigators

Profs Frans Swanepoel & Lindiwe Sibanda, University of Pretoria

Prof Claire Quinn, University of Leeds

Prof Andy Dougill, University of York

Principal Funder

UKRI Global Challenges Research Fund (GCRF)

African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA)

External Partners

Food, Agriculture & Natural Resources Policy Analysis Network (FANRPAN)