ABOUT US

ASPA

Background

ASPA was born in 2023 when a group of Commonwealth Scholars from Bangor University, Wales, came together during an agroecology field research program in Uganda. Inspired by the resilience of farmers and the potential of sustainable farming systems, the team collaborated on cross-country agroecology research in Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Uganda and Zambia, under the EU-funded TRANSITIONS Programme led by CIFOR–ICRAF and partners.

In 2024, the group expanded to include more scientists and practitioners across Africa, united by a shared vision: to transform farming systems through science, innovation, and sustainability. This collaboration evolved into the Alliance for Sustainable Pathways in Africa (ASPA)—a pan-African platform dedicated to advancing agroforestry, sustainable agriculture, and nature-based enterprises that strengthen livelihoods and restore ecosystems.

Mission

To design, demonstrate, and scale sustainable farming and agroforestry systems that improve food security, restore ecosystems, and enhance the livelihoods of farming communities across Africa.

Prof. Maurice Ogada -Strategic Technical Advisor

Maurice is a leading expert in econometric modeling, impact evaluation, food security, and natural resource management. With extensive experience at ILRI, KIPPRA, and multiple global institutions including the World Bank, FAO, and AGRA, he brings deep technical and policy expertise to ASPA. His work spans randomized control trials, environmental valuation, and evidence-based agricultural policy, making him a key strategic advisor in guiding ASPA’s research and sustainability agenda across Africa.

The Team

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Eunice Nimo

Agriculture & Gender Specialist – Ghana

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Jabesh Okumu

Agriculture & Agribusiness Specialist – Kenya

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Cynthia Mwandwe

Agriculture, Climate, & Policy Specialist – Zambia

Malika Laghrour

Soil Scientist and Policy Engagements – Morocco

Cephas Chisanga

Agricultural Scientist and Extension Specialist – Zambia

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Deborah Elesie

Agricultural Outreaches and Data Analyst – Nigeria

Simon Handy

Agriculture & Sustainability Specialist – UK

AAbigail Ngwira

Agribusiness & Entrepreneurial Specialist – Malawi

Alex Nduah

Agriculture and Landscape Management Scientist – Kenya

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