Event

Herding Change for Climate-Smart Innovations

When
Where Kigali, Rwanda

Organizer: Heifer

Co-Organizers:

  • Mr. Peter Goldstein, Vice President of Communications, Heifer International
  • Mr. Harko Koster, Global Lead on Climate & Food Systems. SNV
  • Ms. Cynthia Mugo, Policy & Engagement Stakeholder Advisor, International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI)

While livestock contributes to climate change, it is also crucial for improving livelihoods and healthy diets, building resilience, and empowering African women and youth. How can we realize its untapped potential to transform Africa’s food systems while reducing its climate and environmental impact? The key lies in climate-smart innovations and technologies. These surprising solutions can transform agricultural practices, boost productivity, and mitigate climate impacts, paving the way for a sustainable future for all. This side event will present climate smart technologies and innovations for livestock that have demonstrated readiness for largescale adoption. We will highlight practical examples of successful implementation, focusing on their impact on productivity, sustainability, and climate resilience.

Moderator

Shirley Tarawali, Board secretary, Assistant Director General, and chair of the Global Agenda for Sustainable Livestock, ILRI

Panelists

  • Mahamadou Badiel, Country Director, SNV Niger
  • BMZ (German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development) Division of Agriculture, Rural Development.
  • Kristin Girvetz, Founder and Director at AgThrive, Kenya
  • Lucia Zigiriza, Chief of Party, USAID Feed the Future Rwanda Orora Wihaze Activity