by AKANI CHAUKE
JOHANNESBURG, (CAJ News) – APPLICATIONS for the 2025 Al Sumait Prize for African Development are now open.
The Kuwait Foundation for the Advancement of Sciences (KFAS) announced the call for nominations for the prize, with a focus this time on projects focusing on food security.
Now in its 11th year, this prestigious award, valued at US$1 million, is presented annually to individuals or institutions that have made significant contributions to the advancement of health, food security or education in Africa.
The Al Sumait Prize is named in honour of the late Dr Abdulrahman Al-Sumait, a Kuwaiti physician who dedicated his life to helping disadvantaged communities across Africa.
Established in 2015 at the request of the late Amir of Kuwait, His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the prize recognizes groundbreaking research, innovative projects, and applied initiatives that contribute to Africa’s sustainable development.
For 2025, eligible candidates include organizations and research institutions whose initiatives and programs have significantly contributed to solving food security challenges in Africa, as well as outstanding researchers nominated by their institutions or peers.
Nominations must be submitted in English. If the original work is in another language, a comprehensive summary in English must be provided.
– CAJ News