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IWMI appoints Olufunke Cofie as new Africa Director for Research Impact iwmi.cgiar.org/news/iwmi-appโ€ฆ ๐ŸŒŸ Happy to share my new journey as Africa Director for Research Impact at @IWMI_ Grateful for the opportunity to work with my colleagues and partners across the continent! ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿ’ง๐ŸŒพ
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Funke Cofie retweeted
15 Feb 2024
How can we ensure enough water for agri, consumption & sanitation? @IWMI's vision for #WaterSecurity lies within the 5 principles of #CircularEconomy for water. Here are some key appointments, bringing in expertise to circular economy in IWMI South Afriโ–ถ๏ธ bit.ly/3HHMb4J
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๐Ÿ“ข New research "Integrating #GIS & #remotesensing to assess #gw potential for #climatesmart #cocoa irrigation in Ghana" With #climatechange challenges, understanding irrigation potential is key for #sustainable production. ๐ŸŒฑ ๐Ÿ”—doi.org/10.1038/s41598-023-4โ€ฆ @IWMI_ @IWMI_WestAfrica
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๐ŸŒGlad to see the incredible engagement around our Transforming Agri-Food Systems in West and Central Africa Initiative at #SARA2023. This is more than an initiative; it's a movement toward sustainable agriculture in the face of climate change. Kudos to the team at @TAFS_WCA! ๐ŸŒฑ
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๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ“ฃ Our Oct 17 meeting with Ghana's negotiators @EPA_Ghana was pivotal. As the Regional Rep of IWMI West Africa, I'm proud of our collective efforts to shape a resilient future for Ghana and West Africa. ๐ŸŒ๐Ÿค #ClimateAction #COP28ย  @COP28_UAE
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When communities come together, transformation is on the horizon ๐ŸŒ…. A look back at the impactful sessions in Wa, Ghana๐ŸŒ! Kudos to all participants for leading the charge ๐Ÿ‘ #REACHSTR2023
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Seeing our team and local communities co-creating an Inclusive Landscape Management Plan (ILMP) ๐ŸŒณ in Ahafo Ano South West, Ghana is great. Their vision lights the path forward. Stay updated! โœจ #CommunityDrivenChange #TAFSWCA
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๐ŸŒClimate adaptation needs thoughtful planning to avoid pitfalls. Join the #IWMIWestAfrica team at #AfricaClimateWeek as we discuss 'Understanding Maladaptation in Africa.' ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Sept 5, โฐ 07:00-08:00 Kenyan time ๐ŸขKenyatta Center. #ClimateChange
3 Sep 2023
๐ŸŒ Join CGIAR at #AfricaClimateWeek and #AfricaClimateSummit23, as we dive into climate solutions ahead of #COP28! From 4-8 September, Nairobi will host a platform for exchange and action. Let's shape a sustainable future together. ๐ŸŒฑ๐ŸŒ on.cgiar.org/458P5c8 ๐ŸŒฑ #COP28
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Funke Cofie retweeted
3 Sep 2023
๐ŸŒ Join CGIAR at #AfricaClimateWeek and #AfricaClimateSummit23, as we dive into climate solutions ahead of #COP28! From 4-8 September, Nairobi will host a platform for exchange and action. Let's shape a sustainable future together. ๐ŸŒฑ๐ŸŒ on.cgiar.org/458P5c8 ๐ŸŒฑ #COP28
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Funke Cofie retweeted
25 May 2022
It's #AfricaDay today and we have some exciting news coming from the continent! ๐Ÿ‘‡๐Ÿพ Introducing Ukama Ustawi... ๐ŸŒ @IWMI_ @CIMMYT @BiovIntCIAT_eng @WorldFishCenter @shambashapeup @HelloTractor #AgriFoodSystems #OneCGIAR #UkamaUstawi bit.ly/UkamaUstawi

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Funke Cofie retweeted
9 May 2022
Food security is water security. But we need evidence-based solutions and all hands on deck to sustainably manage our water. Our new blog by @CofieFunke examines ag. water challenges and opportunities in West Africa, in the face of the #ClimateCrisis: bit.ly/3LTN2Q6

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Funke Cofie retweeted
31 Mar 2022
What is the most pressing water issue in Sub-Saharan Africa? Water availability, says @CofieFunke @IWMI_ . In her @VOANews interview @WaterForum9, Funke talks about how science can better inform decisions related #watersecurity: bit.ly/3wR7AUB @ 10:00 #ClimateReport
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Funke Cofie retweeted
Affirming @IWMI_ partnership with @amcowafrica after the signing of the MOU in Dakar. We look forward to serving and supporting together the vision of a water secure Africa. @CGIAR
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Funke Cofie retweeted
22 Mar 2022
IWMI is delighted to have signed the MoU in partnership with @amcowafrica today at the @WaterForum9. We are excited to further supporting efforts toward the strengthening of water security in Africa. @DMSmifffy @RAMcDonnell #OneCGIAR #Water4climate
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Funke Cofie retweeted
22 Mar 2022
Our very own @CofieFunke is on the panel of the @WaterForum9โ€™s session on the road to the UN 2023 Water Conference. Join us now in person at the CICAD auditorium in Dakar, Senegal to learn more on the challenges that the conference aims to address ๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ณ
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Funke Cofie retweeted
22 Mar 2022
โ€˜As we are confronting new risks, our strategies must change. We must mobilize collectively and create a global agenda for water. This is why IWMI is launching its new โ€˜Science for a Water-Secure Worldโ€™ initiative, to inform interventions & create dialoguesโ€™ โ€” @CofieFunke.
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Funke Cofie retweeted
22 Mar 2022
๐Ÿ—“ Join us tomorrow for a @WaterForum9 session on Digital Innovations for a Water-Secure Africa at 14:45 UTC. We'll be at the #NatureHub22 in person, and live-streaming here: tnc.zoom.us/j/98654221179
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Funke Cofie retweeted
21 Mar 2022
Today we're launching our new year-long 'Science for a Water-Secure World (SWSW)' initiative at #WorldWaterForum9 ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿฟ If you're at #Dakar2022, be sure to join us in person at #NatureHub22 or tune in online ๐Ÿ‘‰ bit.ly/36vVaqc Find out more info ๐Ÿ‘‰๐Ÿฝ bit.ly/SWSWiwmi
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Funke Cofie retweeted
18 Mar 2022
Coming to #WorldWaterForum9 #Dakar2022? Find us in the #NatureHub22 to explore the power of nature to address the growing global water crisis ๐Ÿ’ง and @amcowafrica pavilion to discuss #groundwater solutions for water security. Here's what we have in store for next week๐Ÿ‘‡ #OneCGIAR
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Funke Cofie retweeted
11 Feb 2022
๐Ÿ”ฌ Science has no gender! Join us on the International Day #WomenInScience as we call for womenโ€™s full and equal access to and participation in science, and celebrate those that are leading action and innovation around the world. ๐Ÿ“ธ @unwomeneca @CGIARgender #GenderInAg
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