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05/05/2026
The definition of knowledge in agrifood systems is increasingly being reinvented to encompass both the commons and the commodity. This new perspective can assist in correcting the discrepancies that exist between local or experiential knowledge and formal science, thereby supporting the development...
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28/04/2026
The Science, Technology, and Innovation Portal ( STI Portal) has been named a finalist in the 15th annual World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) Prizes. This prestigious international contest, organized by the ITU, recognizes initiatives that leverage digital innovation to achieve the...

30/ 04

2026

Egypt 30/04/2026

Agriculture in the NENA region is increasingly affected by climate change, with growing challenges related to water scarcity, land degradation, and climate variability.

Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) offers practical solutions to enhance productivity, strengthen resilience, and promote sustainability. In this context, Rural Advisory Services (RAS) play a key role in supporting farmers by facilitating access to knowledge, innovations, and climate-informed decision-making.

UNGIS Side Event at CSW70
16/04/2026
On March 13th, 2026, the United Nations Group on the Information Society (UNGIS) hosted the side event “Leaving No Woman or Girl Behind: UN System-Wide Cooperation in Action” in conjunction of the 70th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70). The session was dedicated to enhancing...
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14/04/2026
08/04/2026, Cairo The FAO Regional Office for the Near East and North Africa (RNE), through the Arab Forum for Rural Advisory Services (AFRAS), convened a regional webinar on “Scaling Digital Rural Advisory Services in NENA: Opportunities, Innovations and Practical Recommendations.” The event...

02/ 05

2026

16/ 05

2026

02/05/2026 – 16/05/2026

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU), in partnership with Google and backed by will.i.am as a key advocate, has launched a new initiative to bring artificial intelligence and robotics training to young people across Africa. Announced during Digital@UNGA at the UN General Assembly, the programme aims to tackle both limited connectivity and the growing digital skills gap, particularly among youth in underserved communities.

08/ 04

2026

08/04/2026

On 8th April at 10:00 AM (Cairo time), join the webinar highlighting how Rural Advisory Services play a critical role in supporting farmers by improving access to knowledge, technologies, markets, and financial services. As many countries increasingly explore digital solutions to modernize advisory systems, there is a growing need to exchange experiences on how to scale these services and enhance their impact.

23/ 04

2026

23/04/2026

On 23 April 2026, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations will host a global online webinar to mark International Girls in ICT Day, part of the worldwide initiative led by the International Telecommunication Union under the 2026 theme “AI for Development: Girls Shaping the Digital Future”.

 High-level Celebration of the International Day of Forests and World Water Day
27/03/2026
On 19th March, for the International Day of Forests (21 March) and World Water Day (22 March), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) convened a high-level global event highlighting the interconnections between forests, water, economies and gender equality. Under the...