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Kizito Chalwe, I am a Governance Expert Consultant working with AGOVA in Zambia.

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Agbara Chinedu, love the work I do and my community, country, continent and the world. Really want to see an end to poverty at all levels and form

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Food And Agriculture Organization, Avenida Anacaona, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

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Food And Agriculture Organization, Avenida Anacaona, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

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Food And Agriculture Organization, Avenida Anacaona, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

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Hi! I am Jeannette Mateo. I am the NPO for FISH4ACP in the Dominican Republic. My role at FAODO is oversee implementation of FISH4ACP activities and support FAODO in fisheries related activities. What motivates me to do my work is to help our fishing communities to improve their livelihoods through better use of their fisheries resources and improved visibility of the role played by fishers, including women, in food security.

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My name is Melody Mukonzamariro and I am with Chinhoyi University of Technology in Zimbabwe. I am mainly responsible for administrative duties under the LoA on Strengthening the Capacities of the Aqua Allies Multi Stakeholder Partnership in Zimbabwe. My motivation is my family.

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Hi everyone! I am Buckley Chishala, SME Development Specialist based in Zambia, currently working with Agova as the Lead Consultant for the FAO FISH4ACP-supported MPUNSA project. My role involves strengthening governance structures, supporting the legal formalization of the MPUNSA platform, and guiding its journey toward sustainability, inclusion, and resource mobilization in the Kapenta value chain on Lake Tanganyika.

I am passionate about empowering MSMEs, building resilient food systems, and designing practical, community-led solutions. What motivates me in my daily work is seeing local actors take ownership of their development pathways, and knowing that with the right support, they can influence policy, improve livelihoods, and protect natural resources.

Looking forward to learning from all of you and sharing experiences.

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My name is Ingrid and I am the facilitator of this course. I work at Wageningen University and Research. I work in fisheries, wetlands and climate. I love spending time outdoors, enjoying walks through nature. This is my favourite time of the year: when the sun starts to shine and the birds are singing. Besides going on hikes, I like to travel, learn about new cultures and like to try all sorts of delicious food. Dancing to good music from all over the world makes me happy. I am much looking forward to meeting you all!

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Greetings! My name is Duniya Mupeso, a Director at Agova Zambia Limited, and also serving as Senior Consultant on the FAO FISH4ACP-supported MPUNSA project.

I am a sales and business development strategist specialized in building, commercializing and growing markets for the long term.

I have over 20 years of experience in sales and commercialization strategy, SME consulting, sales management, and business development. I manage both sales and technical teams

to grow business, deliver solutions and services to clients, and manage key client relationships in both the public and private sectors.

I am an insightful and intuitive trainer passionate about supporting young people and entrepreneurs to build sustainable and profitable businesses.

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Chinhoyi University of Technology, A1, Chinhoyi

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Facilitating a session with Zimbabwe's Aqua Allies MSP on communication

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Chinhoyi University of Technology, A1, Chinhoyi

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Chinhoyi University of Technology, A1, Chinhoyi

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Chipo is from Chinhoyi University of Technology, Zimbabwe. Lead communications under the LoA on strengthening the MSP for tilapia aquaculture value chain in Zimbabwe. My daily motivation is to strengthen internal and external relationships through clear and effective communication. #Communication builds or burns bridges.

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My name is Hauwa Ali. I work with Sahel Consulting Agriculture and Nutrition Limited, and I enjoy all things animation.

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Hi everyone! My name is James, I work in agricultural consulting, focusing on food systems, value chains, and helping farmers thrive through better access to markets, inputs, and innovations.

You’ll usually find me somewhere between a field visit, a strategy session, report writing or trying to make sense of a complex analytical spreadsheet.

Let’s make it an engaging and impactful journey together!

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Chinhoyi University of Technology, A1, Chinhoyi

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Hello everyone! My name is Tatenda, a lecturer in the Food Science department at Chinhoyi University of Technology. I am engaged as the Agribusiness Expert in the project on strengthening the capacities of the Aqua Allies MSP. I will apply my expertise in food processing, product development, and marketing to strengthen the fish farming value chain by improving post-harvest handling, developing market-ready products, and enhancing profitability for smallholder farmers through better market linkages and stakeholder collaboration.

Passionate about sustainable agri-food systems—let’s innovate together!

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I am an independent research and development consultant who works mostly remotely. I specialize in sustainability science which includes a broad spectrum of ideologies including systems thinking, landscape approaches and sustainable development. In this project, I am working with Chinhoyi University of Technology to co-capacitate the Tilapia MSP in Zimbabwe. My role as co-PI is to co-lead in enhancing of the MSP’s visibility, including effective communication and governance practices which can lead to their sustainability. I have experience in facilitation, leadership training and coaching, research and resilience planning. My daily motivation comes from the fact that I am a ‘hopeless’ enthusiast:) but more so, I am passionate about contributing to positive change and development of my part of the world in meaningful ways. I celebrate small wins and always keep the big picture in mind to keep me going!

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Chinhoyi University of Technology, A1, Chinhoyi

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Chinhoyi University of Technology, A1, Chinhoyi

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Chinhoyi University of Technology, A1, Chinhoyi

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My name is Chipo Plaxedes Mubaya from CUT in Zimbabwe. I am part of the team that is working with the Zimbabwe Aqua Allies MSP and I am driven by participatory engagements with stakeholders towards improved systems.

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Nagiyu Kijera | Program Management Specialist & Head, Business Support and Program Delivery Unit, SMD Policy Management Group (The Gambia)

Hello everyone, greetings from The Gambia!

I am a Program Management Specialist and currently head the Business Support and Program Delivery Unit at SMD Policy Management Group, (www.smd-institute.org) a consulting and training firm working across Africa to strengthen institutional capacity, performance, and service delivery.

My work involves designing and coordinating institutional capacity-development initiatives, conducting assessments, and facilitating stakeholder dialogues to strengthen collaboration and improve program outcomes. I’m particularly motivated by opportunities that bring together diverse actors to address complex development challenges, especially in the areas of environmental governance, organizational performance, and inclusive development.

I’m excited to join this FAO training and look forward to learning from your experiences, sharing insights from our work in The Gambia, and exploring how multi-stakeholder dialogue can enhance impact in complex development settings.

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Excited to learn from you

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Sana M. Darboe of SMD Policy Management Group

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Hi everyone!

I’m Rukia Kitula, and I'm deeply passionate about community building and the power of collaboration.

My Role & Organization

I am a Lecturer at the Institute of Marine Sciences.

Our Institute focuses on the three pillars of teaching, research, and public services in all aspects of marine sciences.

My role involves educating the next generation of scientists and conducting research, with a focus on ensuring our work translates into meaningful public service.

My Motivation

What truly drives me daily is fostering a collaborative environment. I firmly believe that shared knowledge is the key to progress, and that every small detail contributes to the bigger picture.

I look forward to learning from all of you and exploring potential collaborations!

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Hello everyone, Hussein Nyangassa here, Assistant lecturer majoring in Marine and Coastal Resources Economics. I am delighted to join the team and look forward to working with all of you.

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I’m Francis Pius Mmanda, a Lecturer and Fisheries and Aquaculture Researcher at the Institute of Marine Sciences, University of Dar es Salaam, and the Communication Expert for the FAO FISH4ACP Lake Tanganyika fisheries value chain project.

My work focuses on fisheries management, sustainable aquaculture, and multi-stakeholder partnerships that enhance community livelihoods and promote the sustainable use of aquatic resources.

Through this training, I hope to strengthen my skills in fisheries and aquaculture governance, facilitation, active listening, conflict management, and multi-stakeholder process design to improve collaboration and decision-making in sustainable resource management.

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Hi everyone!

I’m Asha Sabour, and I'm more about safeguard and manage an organization's financial health by overseeing financial operations, planning, and strategy.

My Role & Organization

I am a Principal Accountant at the Institute of Marine Sciences.

Our Institute focuses on the three pillars of teaching, research, and public services in all aspects of marine sciences.

My role includes, Preparation of financial reports, creating forecasts and budgets.

My Motivation

What truly drives me daily is Preparing accurate and timely financial reports for internal and external stakeholders, including management, board members, and auditors.

I look forward to learning from all of you and exploring potential collaborations!

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Hello, I’m Muhammed Dibbasey.

Communications and Development Specialist with SMD Policy Management Group. My role is centered on supporting the firm’s communications and visibility efforts, including content development, documentation, and enhancing the visibility of SMD PMG projects and partnerships.

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Hi everyone!

I’m Mwanahija Shalli, a Senior Lecturer at the Institute of Marine Sciences, University of Dar es Salaam. I have over 20 years of experience in aquatic resource management, with expertise in socio-economics, natural resource governance, and promoting sustainable livelihoods in coastal communities. My key strength is bridging scientific research with community needs and private sector engagement.

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Hi everyone, My name is Ndey Jorr Jagne, and I'm a Business Support and Project Delivery Assistant at SMD Policy Management Group. I'm excited to be part of this training and look forward to gaining new knowledge and learning from your experiences and insights.

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I am Ramatoulie F. Sonko, a passionate young professional and a proud graduate of the University of The Gambia, where I earned my bachelor’s degree in Economics and Finance.

Currently, I serve as a Junior Economist at SMD Policy Management Group, where I contribute to research, data collection, and the implementation of impactful projects that drive institutional reforms and promote excellence in public service delivery. My work also involves proposal development, report writing, and drafting concept notes that support evidence-based policymaking and sustainable national development.

I am deeply passionate about personal development, youth and women empowerment, sustainable development, economic growth, research, and leadership. What motivates me daily is the drive to contribute meaningfully to creating a more equitable and progressive society, one where ideas, innovation, and inclusion shape the future.

Beyond work, I see myself as a lifelong learner, constantly seeking knowledge, building connections, and using my voice to inspire change within my community and beyond.

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Hello, My name is Mesfin Tekle. I am working for TDA as project officer of Nature+ project based on Solkuwa landscape. I am very interested on nature related issues specially on environmental protection and landscape management. Good to know you guys and hopefully I can learn a lot from you.