Wicked Problems in African Agriculture: How to Overcome Them?

The fourth seminar of the Chair of Transitions explored the notion of ‘wicked problems’ in African agriculture—deep-rooted, multifaceted challenges that resist simple solutions. Prof. Gérard presented key insights from ongoing research, including empirical data, policy analysis, and transdisciplinary methodologies, discussing pathways to sustainable transitions in agri-food systems and the role of education and innovation on the continent.