IGF 2025 Day 0 Event #15 Climate-Smart Digital Ag for African Smallholders

Session Title Climate-Smart Digital Ag for African Smallholders Organizer Centre for Climate-Smart Agriculture (CCSA), Cosmopolitan University Abuja (CUA), Nigeria Session Description This session explores the potential of digital agriculture to enhance climate resilience and sustainability for African smallholder farmers. Discussions will focus on successful initiatives, challenges, and opportunities for sustainable innovation. Session Objectives 1. Showcase climate-smart digital agriculture solutions for African smallholders. 2. Identify key principles and practices for sustainable innovation in digital agriculture. 3. Amplify African smallholder farmers' perspectives and needs in adopting digital agriculture technologies. Session Format 1. Introduction and setting the scene (5 minutes) 2. Keynote presentation on climate-smart digital agriculture (15 minutes) 3. Panel discussion with experts and African smallholder farmer representatives (40 minutes) 4. Open floor discussion and Q&A (20 minutes) 5. Conclusion and next steps (5 minutes) Expected Outcomes 1. Increased awareness of climate-smart digital agriculture solutions for African smallholders. 2. Identification of key principles and practices for sustainable innovation in digital agriculture. 3. Enhanced understanding of African smallholder farmers perspectives and needs. 4. Establishment of a community of practice for sustainable innovation in digital agriculture. Speakers and Panelists 1. Keynote speaker: Expert on climate-smart digital agriculture 2. Panelists: 1. African smallholder farmer representative 2. Digital agriculture expert 3. Sustainable innovation expert 4. Climate change expert Remote Participation The session will allow for remote participation, with options for online attendees to contribute to the discussion and Q&A. Organizers' Details 1. Dr. Rislan Kanya 1. Name: Dr. Rislan Kanya 2. Organizational Affiliation: Centre for Climate-Smart Agriculture (CCSA), Cosmopolitan University Abuja (CUA), Nigeria 3. Stakeholder: Academic/Research Institution 4. Regional Group: African Group 2. Binta Moustapha 1. Name: Binta Moustapha 2. Organizational Affiliation: Centre for Climate-Smart Agriculture (CCSA), Cosmopolitan University Abuja (CUA), Nigeria 3. Stakeholder: Civil Society Organization (CSO) 4. Regional Group: African Group Number of Participants 20 smallholder farmers, including a minimum of 35% females. Sessions Relation to the SDGs - SDG 1: No Poverty - Climate-smart digital agriculture can enhance agricultural productivity and income for African smallholder farmers, contributing to poverty reduction. - SDG 2: Zero Hunger - The session's focus on climate-smart digital agriculture can help improve agricultural productivity and sustainability, contributing to food security and zero hunger. - SDG 5: Gender Equality - The session's emphasis on including a minimum of 35% female participants ensures that women's perspectives and needs are represented, promoting gender equality. - SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation - Climate-smart digital agriculture can help optimize water use and reduce water pollution, contributing to clean water and sanitation. - SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth - The session's focus on sustainable innovation and digital agriculture can create new economic opportunities and promote decent work for African smallholder farmers. - SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure - The session's emphasis on digital agriculture and sustainable innovation can promote the development of infrastructure and industries that support sustainable agriculture. - SDG 13: Climate Action - The session's focus on climate-smart digital agriculture can help mitigate the impacts of climate change on agriculture and promote climate resilience. By addressing these SDGs, the session proposal demonstrates its relevance to the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Room Layout 1. Presentation Area: 1. Podium or lectern for the keynote speaker 2. Screen or projector for presentations 3. Audio-visual equipment (microphone, speakers, etc.) 2. Panel Discussion Area: 1. Table or podium for 4-5 panellists (experts and African smallholder farmer representatives) 2. Chairs or stools for panelists 3. Microphones for each panelist 3. Audience Seating: 1. Chairs or seating arrangements for 20 participants (smallholder farmers) 2. Space for remote participants to join via video conferencing (if applicable) 4. Open Floor Discussion Area: 1. Open space for participants to engage in discussions and Q&A 2. Microphones for participants to ask questions Additional Considerations 1. Accessibility: Ensure the room is accessible for participants with disabilities. 2. Audio-Visual Equipment: Confirm that all audio-visual equipment is in working order and compatible with the presenter's devices. 3. Internet Connectivity: Ensure stable internet connectivity for remote participants and presenters. 4. Power Outlets: Provide power outlets for participants to charge their devices. 5. Water and Refreshments: Offer water and refreshments for participants. By considering these layout suggestions and additional factors, you can create a conducive environment for a successful and engaging session.