Earlier today, WACCI hosted a research seminar featuring two Doctoral Research Fellows from Zhejiang University, Mr. Yangfan Chen and Mr. Yuhan Zhou. The seminar forms part of the China–Africa Partnership Project, a joint initiative between WACCI and Zhejiang University.

Rev. Prof. Patrick Ayeh-Kumi UGMS noted that the goal of the workshop is to support WACCI in developing a formal mentorship programme. Participants also benefited from a session on policy development by Dr. Patrick Tandoh-Offin, GIMPA and Dr. Clementine Odei UGMS Clinic . 2/2

WACCI is hosting a 3-day workshop aimed at developing a mentorship programme for the Centre. Day 1 commenced with opening remarks from Prof. Eric Danquah, Founding Director of WACCI, who emphasised that mentorship is central to the Centre’s values and mission. 1/2

Dr. Mrs. Clementine Odei, Head of Unit at the University of Ghana Medical School (UGMS) Clinic, also delivered a session on the introduction to training in mentorship and the measurement of success in mentoring. 2/2

Day 2 of WACCI’s Mentorship Workshop commenced with an engaging session on Mentoring as a Function of Human Resource Development, led by Mr. Peter K. Osei-Fosu, Senior Assistant Registrar, Accra City Campus, University of Ghana. 1/2

Tonight, we are honored to celebrate the incredible achievements of Dr. Mercy Diebiru-Ojo, the 2025 Africa Food Prize laureate from Nigeria. Her leadership in revolutionizing cassava and yam seed systems is transforming the lives of farmers across West Africa. By adapting

Congratulations to our Alumna, Dr. Mercy Diebiru-Ojo, on winning the 2025 Africa Food Prize! WACCI proudly celebrates this outstanding achievement. #WACCIAlumni

Congratulations to Alumna Dr. Mercy Diebiru-Ojo on being named the 2025 Africa Food Prize Laureate. Her groundbreaking work in transforming cassava and yam seed systems is improving yields, creating enterprises and strengthening food systems across West Africa. #UGAlumni

Congratulations to our Acting Director, Prof. Daniel Dzidzienyo , on his promotion to the rank of an Associate Professor in Plant Biotechnology. WACCI celebrates this remarkable milestone.

We are excited to announce that Prof. Eric Y. Danquah, Founding Director of WACCI, will be one of the Keynote Speakers at the APBA Conference 2025! Join us in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, from October 6–8, 2025. Register today : africanplantbreeders.org

We are proud to celebrate 11 PhD Candidates from our Plant Breeding Programme who have successfully defended their doctoral theses! #WACCI #PhDOralExamination

Happy Founder's Day . Today, we honour the legacy of a visionary leader who fought for the liberation and progress of Ghana.

Congratulations to our Alumnus, Prof. Moses Adeolu Adebayo, on his appointment as a Trustee of the African Agricultural Technology Foundation (AATF) , Nigeria. #WACCI #WACCIAlumni

WACCI is participating in the 4th edition of APBA Conference at Elephant Hills Resort, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe. The conference provides a platform to share knowledge and foster collaborations in plant breeding across Africa. #APBAConf2025

Meet the newly elected Executive Committee of the African Plant Breeders Association (APBA)! Elected at #APBAConf2025, this dynamic team of leaders will guide APBA’s mission to advance plant breeding, innovation, and food security across Africa. Join us in congratulating them

The West Africa Centre for Crop Improvement (WACCI), University of Ghana, is inviting applications for the DAAD In-Country/In-Region Programme Scholarship for a Master of Philosophy in Seed Science and Technology at the University of Ghana. Apply now : bit.ly/3W5wZWj

Honoured to speak at the World Bank Annual Meetings Knowledge Café on “Powering Prosperity: Universities Driving Growth & Energy Jobs.” “The next generation of Nobel laureates will come from Africa — if we unlock the potential of our universities.” Let’s fund the ACEs,

Congratulations to WACCI PhD student Ms.Omotola Dorcas Olaoye on receiving the NAPB–APBA Norman Borlaug Award for outstanding PhD students in Africa! Ms. Olaoye is among six African PhD students selected for this year’s fellowship.

WACCI is participating in the 2025 Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue, hosted by the World Food Prize Foundation in Des Moines, Iowa, USA, from October 21–23, 2025, under the theme “SOILutions for Security”. #FoodPrize25

Congratulations to Dr. Pearl Abu, Team Lead , Maize Breeding Programme, WACCI, on her promotion to the rank of Senior Lecturer. WACCI celebrates this milestone.