The Food and Agriculture Organisation’s Regional Office for Africa (FAO-RAF) recently hosted a two-week training session in Harare, Zimbabwe, equipping staff from across Africa with critical skills and fostering valuable connections
Bringing together 130 participants from 47 FAO Country Offices, the training focused on enhancing project management, operations, and cross-functional teamwork. The purpose of the training was to encourage networking and the creation of a platform for participants to maintain connections across the continent.
The FAO has recognised the need to invest in training and development, highlighting it as crucial component of their mission. With budgetary constraints being the only thing holding them back, the FAO is keen on making the training a permanent biennial event. Subregional coordinator for Southern Africa (SFS) and FAO Representative in Zimbabwe, Patrice Talla, during the closing remarks, shared two inspiring stories that highlighted the adaptability and problem-solving skills required in the field.
To further strengthen collaboration and knowledge-sharing,Talla highlighted the creation of task forces and technical coordination units (TCUs) within the FAO's Southern Africa Subregional Office for Southern Africa. These platforms bring together staff from various country offices to address challenges, share best practices, and provide technical support.
Overall, the training session emerged successful and had a lasting impact on the participants, equipping them with the skills and connections needed to drive positive change in their respective countries.
Training organised by FAO empowers staff from across Africa
The FAO has recognised the need to invest in training and development, highlighting it as crucial component of their mission. (Image source: FAO)
