Graft Africa’s Academic Working Group convenes leading scholars and thought leaders from West Africa, North America, and Eurasia committed to advancing evidence, collaboration, and innovation in agrifood systems.
The group connects research to action, generating insights that inform Graft Africa’s programs, strengthen data systems, and guide policy and partnership design. Members share knowledge and collaborate across disciplines to co-develop studies, mentor emerging researchers, and shape thought leadership around climate resilience, trade, and inclusive growth.
Together, they form a global network of inquiry and impact, grounding Graft Africa’s vision in rigorous evidence, foresight, and shared learning for a more resilient, equitable food future.
For inquiries or to request an invitation to join the Graft Africa Academic Working Group, please contact Graft Africa’s founder at nagada@graft.africa
A Peer Network of Changemakers Redefining how Africa Grows, Trades, and Feeds Itself.
The Graft Africa Innovators Circle is a select network of leaders, practitioners, and change agents driving transformation across Africa’s agrifood systems. Membership is by invitation or nomination and reserved for those driving measurable impact through enterprise, investment, policy, or innovation. More than a peer community, the Circle also serves as a pipeline for professional working groups that collaborate on emerging themes across value chains, climate resilience, and food systems innovation.
Members are typically founders, executives, impact investors, or senior practitioners with a proven record of advancing sustainability, resilience, or inclusion in the agrifood sector. Each individual brings distinctive expertise and a shared commitment to collaboration, accountability, and systemic change. Hence, members share experiences, case studies, and lessons from the field, collaborating through peer mentoring, thematic dialogues, innovation showcases, and cross-sector partnerships that move ideas into action.
Together, they form a trusted community of peers; a space where knowledge, influence, and partnerships converge to accelerate progress toward resilient, equitable, and future-ready food systems across West Africa and beyond.
For inquiries, nominations, or to request an invitation to the Graft Africa Innovators Circle, please contact Graft Africa’s founder at nagada@graft.africa
