WorldFish highlights aquatic foods for Africa’s food systems transformation
Transforming Aquatic Food Systems (AFS) in Africa to develop and harness their potential requires joint efforts from a range of stakeholders.
Transforming Aquatic Food Systems (AFS) in Africa to develop and harness their potential requires joint efforts from a range of stakeholders.
Event Title: Grand inauguration of the 100th Soy Excellence Center and the 4th anniversary of the Soy Excellence Center (SEC)
Date: 10-13 September, 2023
Location: Fish for Africa Innovation Hub (FAIH), Abbassa, Egypt
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