How can agroecology contribute to improving food security in Africa?

This discussion paper aims at exploring the potential of agroecology to improve food security, nutrition and the overall wellbeing in Africa in the face of the challenges posed by the growing population, climate change, rising cost of living, sociocultural and environmental pressure on the continent. Based on the FAO High Level Panel of Experts (HLPE) definition and the principles of agroecology, by using desk reviews and webinar series as the main methodology, the paper summarizes evidence-based benefits and challenges for the adoption of agroecological practices and explores open research questions on agroecology. The paper contributes to the support of FARA and RUFORUM to the Regional Multi-actor Research Networks (RMRN) in agroecology that will promote food and nutrition security and sustainable agriculture across Africa. Keywords: Agroecology, FARA, Food and nutrition security, JRC, RUFORUM