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The 9th All Africa Conference of Animal Agriculture (AACAA) will be hosted in Abuja, Nigeria from 09th \u2013 13th August 2026 under the theme: The AACAA is a premier continental gathering that brings together researchers, policymakers, farmers, industry players, development partners, and students to share innovations, strategies, and solutions for advancing animal agriculture in Africa. Building on the successes of the 7th edition in Ghana (2019) and the 8th in Botswana (2023), the 9th AACAA will provide a dynamic platform to address critical issues shaping the future of livestock, aquaculture, and non-traditional animal systems in Africa.<\/p>\n Expected Participants<\/strong> Registration and Participation<\/strong> [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default”][et_pb_column _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” type=”4_4″][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/9aacaa26abuja-nigeria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CONCEPT-NOTE.png” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” title_text=”CONCEPT NOTE” align=”center” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ url=”https:\/\/9aacaa26abuja-nigeria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/CONCEPT-NOTE-9TH-AACAA.pdf”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” 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global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n To strengthen the role of livestock in achieving Africa\u2019s food security and nutrition goals.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb image=”https:\/\/9aacaa26abuja-nigeria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/3.jpg” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n To showcase disruptive technologies and emerging solutions for livestock transformation.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_blurb][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_blurb image=”https:\/\/9aacaa26abuja-nigeria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/4.jpg” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” 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Innovation for Resilient and Climate-Smart Livestock Systems in Africa<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 2. Animal Agriculture and Africa\u2019s Food Security Agenda<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n 3. 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Climate-Smart and Resilient Livestock Systems <\/p>\n Highlights of the Conference<\/strong><\/p>\n \u2022 High-level keynote and Lead presentations from global experts. 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\u201cRepositioning Animal Agriculture for Africa\u2019s Food Security and Global Competitiveness.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n
The conference will attract a diverse audience including:
\u2022 Scientists and researchers in animal and veterinary sciences.
\u2022 Farmers, processors, and agribusiness entrepreneurs.
\u2022 Government representatives, policymakers, and regulators.
\u2022 International development organizations and donors.
\u2022 Start-ups, youth innovators, extension services and students research outputs .<\/p>\n
A seamless digital platform is provided via the official conference website for registration, abstract submission, and payments. The platform\u00a0 ensures easy access to conference information, programme schedules, and virtual participation options.<\/p>\n
2. Food Security and Nutrition through Animal Agriculture
3. Disruptive Technologies for Livestock Transformation
4. One Health and Animal Welfare
5. Aquaculture and Non-Traditional Livestock Systems
6. Equity, Gender, and Youth in Animal Agriculture
7. Policy, Trade, and Global Competitiveness
8. Public\u2013Private Partnerships and Investment Models
9. Genetics and Breeding for Livestock Transformation
10. Working Animals and Livelihoods
11. Advisory Services and Curriculum Development for Future Livestock Production<\/p>\n
\u2022 Plenary and technical sessions covering research, innovations, and case studies.
\u2022 Panel discussions with policymakers, industry leaders, and development partners.
\u2022 Exhibitions showcasing technologies, products, and services in livestock and aquaculture.
\u2022 Opportunities for networking, mentorship, and collaboration across Africa and beyond.<\/p>\n