This funding opportunity supports projects that improve coordination of research and innovation policies between African Union and European Union members focused on food and nutrition security and sustainable agriculture. Funded activities include implementing the AU-EU FNSSA roadmap, operationalizing the International Research Consortium, providing financial support to third parties, and promoting startups and SMEs with emphasis on women, youth, and diaspora entrepreneurs. Proposals should strengthen multi-stakeholder networks and leverage EU and AU funding instruments.
Eligible applicants include legal entities established in African Union member states and EU or Associated Countries as described in Horizon Europe annexes. Consortia must include at least three independent legal entities from African Union member states. International organizations headquartered in