Updated Apr 01, 2021

Managing organization (hub) for responsible artificial intelligence in agriculture and food systems in Africa

Offered by International Development Research Centre

The general objective of this innovation research network is to contribute to improving agriculture and food systems in Africa through the responsible development and deployment of artificial intelligence innovations.
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GrantType
May 03, 2021Deadline
Up to $956,038Amount
32 monthsDuration(Months)

Mandatory Requirements

Implemented In:
RegionAfrica
CountryN/A
Focus AreasAgriculture
AI
Digital Development
Digital Inclusion & Connectivity

This call for expressions of interest is open to individual organizations or groups of organizations that:

Have their headquarters based in lower and lower-middle income countries in Sub-Saharan Africa with preference given for organizations in low- and medium-income countries (see Annex II for complete list).

Have a proven record of working in Africa and supporting the design, development, and scaling of agriculture and AI innovations in these contexts.

Internal expertise in AI and agriculture and food systems;

Ability to work in both English and French at a minimum. Other languages a plus.


Application And Awards Process

The expression of interest and all requested supporting materials must be consolidated into one PDF/Word document and sent by email to AI4DAfrica@idrc.ca with a timestamp no later than 23:59 EDT on May 03, 2021. Please use the follow subject when submitting your EOI: Name of the lead institution – Agriculture innovation research network.
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