Operationalizing Ukama Ustawi's Learning Alliance for impact

Beukman, R.; Nohayi, Ngowenani; Mahuku, G.; Victor, M.; Jacobs-Mata, Inga; Ires, Idil. 2023. Operationalizing Ukama Ustawi's Learning Alliance for impact. Colombo, Sri Lanka: International Water Management Institute (IWMI). CGIAR Initiative on Diversification in East and Southern Africa. 21p.

This report is a comprehensive synthesis of insights, discussions, and recommendations stemming from Ukama Ustawi’s (UU’s), Learning Alliance's strategic session held during the Africa Day for Food and Nutrition Security (ADFNS) and the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Partnership Platform event in Zambia. The primary focus of the session was to explore practical strategies for operationalizing the Learning Alliance to achieve meaningful impact. Key themes highlighted in the report include the importance of alignment among stakeholders, the significance of bottom-up learning, and the promotion of climate-resilient agriculture through indigenous crops. The discussions underscored the valuable role of the Learning Alliance's partnership in optimizing efficiency, aligning with regional priorities, and facilitating impactful knowledge exchange. The report outlines specific recommendations for operationalizing the Learning Alliance in 2024. These recommendations span various areas, including the organization of regional knowledge-sharing workshops, the development of a robust Knowledge Management and Learning (KML) framework, establishment of a Learning Alliance Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework, and the creation of platforms for sharing success stories and showcasing local farmer innovators. These actions aim to propel the Learning Alliance towards practical implementation and positive outcomes in the coming year.