5th Bi-Monthly KM4AgD Webinar 2026 - Presentations on 2026-2030 Knowledge Management Partnership Framework Summary
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2026-10
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This presentation provides a strategic overview of the Knowledge Management Partnership Framework for Agricultural Research for Development in Africa, 2026–2030, developed through collaboration involving CAADP-XP4, CGIAR, the African Union Commission and the KM4AgD Community of Practice.
The framework establishes a shared vision for an African agricultural research and innovation ecosystem in which knowledge is intentionally governed, shared, co-created and applied to accelerate resilient, inclusive and sustainable agrifood systems.
It articulates eight strategic objectives and seven implementation components addressing institutional coordination, adaptive learning, digital transformation, capacity development, indigenous knowledge, collaborative knowledge products and evidence of knowledge management's contribution to agricultural transformation.
The presentation outlines partnership governance arrangements, institutional responsibilities, implementation approaches and mechanisms for monitoring progress. Particular emphasis is placed on African ownership, institutional collaboration, knowledge accessibility, responsible adoption of artificial intelligence, inclusive participation and the practical application of knowledge in policy, investment and agricultural development.
It serves as a strategic reference for institutions and stakeholders working to strengthen continental, regional and national knowledge management systems and translate agricultural research and innovation into measurable development outcomes.
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Knowledge Management Partnership Framework for AR4D in Africa, 2026–2030 is a strategic presentation outlining the renewed continental partnership approach to strengthening knowledge management (KM) within Africa's Agricultural Research for Development (AR4D) ecosystem.
Presented by Benjamin Abugri on behalf of CAADP-XP4, CGIAR and the KM4AgD Facilitators, the publication summarizes the framework's strategic direction, guiding principles, priority components, governance arrangements and implementation priorities for 2026–2030.
The framework seeks to reposition knowledge management from a supporting institutional function into a transformation capability that strengthens adaptive learning, evidence-informed decision-making, agricultural innovation scaling and agrifood systems transformation. It aligns with the Kampala CAADP Declaration and the CAADP Strategy and Action Plan (2026–2035).
The presentation identifies six strategic needs, eight strategic objectives and seven implementation components. These address partnership governance, adaptive learning, digital knowledge infrastructure, artificial intelligence, institutional capacity strengthening, indigenous and local knowledge, collaborative knowledge products, and monitoring, evaluation and learning.
It further outlines the respective contributions of the African Union Commission, CAADP-XP4, CGIAR, KM4AgD Community of Practice and strategic partners, emphasizing joint planning, coordinated resource mobilization, interoperable digital platforms and measurable evidence of knowledge management's contribution to institutional and systems-level change.
The presentation also documents the framework's endorsement during AASW9 in Abuja on 28 July 2026 and highlights indicative implementation priorities for 2026–2028 and anticipated institutional outcomes by 2030.
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Knowledge Management, KM4AgD, AR4D, CAADP-XP4, CGIAR, FARA, African Union Commission, Kampala Declaration, CAADP 2026–2035, Knowledge Partnership, Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Agricultural Knowledge Graph, Indigenous Knowledge, Adaptive Learning, Institutional Coordination, Knowledge Co-creation, Agricultural Innovation, AASW9, Africa
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Abugri, B. (2026). Knowledge management partnership framework for AR4D in Africa, 2026–2030 [Presentation slides]. CAADP-XP4, CGIAR (ILRI & IITA), and KM4AgD Facilitators