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Timothy Thomas

Timothy Thomas is a Senior Research Fellow in the Foresight and Policy Modeling Unit. His research focuses on the impact of climate change on agricultural productivity. Tim’s work involves developing innovative methods for simulated climate futures and model coordination between climate, crop, water, energy, and economics.

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8th African Conference of Agricultural Economists (ACAE)

Smart Agriculture: Innovation, Digital Transformation, and Trade for a Climate-Challenged Africa
Co-organized by IFPRI and the African Association of Agricultural Economists (AAAE)

Mövenpick Hotel, Westlands

Nairobi, Kenya

September 22 to 25, 2026

  • 9:00 – 1:30 pm (Africa/Nairobi)
  • 2:00 – 6:30 am (US/Eastern)
  • 11:30 – 4:00 pm (Asia/Kolkata)
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IFPRI is pleased to support the upcoming 8th African Conference of Agricultural Economists (8th ACAE), scheduled for 22–25 September 2026 at the Mövenpick Hotel in Nairobi, Kenya. ACAE is a premier continental gathering focused on advancing agricultural economics through innovation, digital transformation, and strengthened trade systems. Anchored on the theme “Smart Agriculture: Innovation, Digital Transformation, and Trade for a Climate‑Challenged Africa,” the conference brings together leading scholars, policymakers, development partners, and practitioners to explore how technology, data-driven systems, and climate‑smart solutions can reshape Africa’s agri‑food landscape. IFPRI will play a prominent role in the conference, with Oliver K. Kirui serving as Chair of the Local Organizing Committee and IFPRI Director General Jo Swinnen delivering a keynote address.

Agenda is available at: https://aaae-africa.events/program

September 22, 2026

Opening Plenary | 9:00–10:30 AM (Africa/Nairobi)

Keynote Address | 11:00–12:00 PM (Africa/Nairobi)

Estimating the link between climate change and food safety in Africa, using an economic and multi-disciplinary framework | 1:30–5:00 PM (Africa/Nairobi)

September 23, 2026

The Future Agriculture in Africa and Developing World | 9:45–10:45 AM (Africa/Nairobi)

  • Steven Were Omamo, Director, Development Strategies and Governance (DSG); Director for Africa, IFPRI

The Future of Agrifood Work in Africa: Youth, Women, and Inclusive Employment Pathways | 4:30–6:00 AM (Africa/Nairobi)

September 24, 2026

Measuring impacts of international agricultural research | 9:00–10:30 AM (Africa/Nairobi)

September 25, 2026

Evidence-Based Pathways for Agrifood System Resilience and Recovery in Conflict-Affected Settings: Insights from Sudan | 9:30–11:30 AM (Africa/Nairobi)

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