7th African Soil Laboratory Network (AFRILAB) Meeting
The African Soil Laboratory Network (AFRILAB) was established under the framework of the Global Soil Laboratory Network (GLOSOLAN) to strengthen collaboration among soil laboratories across Africa. AFRILAB promotes harmonized soil analysis methods, reliable data generation, and capacity building, supporting evidence-based decision-making for sustainable soil management across the continent.
On 13 October 2025, the 7th AFRILAB Meeting will bring together members, partners, and stakeholders to review progress on regional and national initiatives, exchange updates on quality assurance and proficiency testing, and discuss future priorities. Participants will also engage in governance discussions, including the renewal of the AFRILAB regional mandate and the election of the Chair and Vice-Chair.
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AGENDA
11:00 – 11:15 Opening Session: Welcome and approval of the agenda, Group photo, Remarks – Ms. Anne Muriuki, Mr. Abdourahaman Moustapha, Ms. Lesego Mooketsi-Selepe
11:15 – 11:30 Updates from GLOSOLAN and the Global Soil Partnership – Mr. Yi Peng
11:30 – 11:45 AFRILAB Updates – Ms. Lesego Mooketsi-Selepe
11:45 – 12:15 Sub-Regional and National Activities: Updates from national soil laboratory networks (Senegal, Mozambique)
12:15 – 12:35 QA/QC Activities: AFRILAB/NENALAB PT 2024 Report – Mr. Christian Hartmann
12:35 – 13:15 AFRILAB: The Way Forward – Institutional framework and required support, Resource mobilization from NASOLAN to RESOLAN – Mr. Sougueh Cheik
13:15 – 13:30 Capacity Building Opportunities: Upcoming webinar series and in-person training sessions – Mr. Bellington Mudyawabikwa
13:30 – 13:50 Renewal of AFRILAB Regional Mandate: Presentation of candidates for Chair and Vice-Chair positions, Election of regional leaders
13:50 – 14:00 Wrap-Up and Closing Remarks – Ms. Lesego Mooketsi-Selepe
14:00 Closure of Meeting
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