Dakar, Senegal

June 22 – 24, 2027

Participants gathered for an ABBC group photograph
Group photograph at an ABBC breakfast meeting

Bringing people together to strengthen biosciences communication

The Africa Biennial Biosciences Communication (ABBC) symposium is convened by ISAAA AfriCenter. It brings together scientists, policymakers, regulators, journalists, farmers and other stakeholders to exchange experiences and strengthen communication about bioscience innovations.

Across six editions from 2015 to 2025, ABBC has explored agricultural biotechnology, biosafety, genome editing and the relationship between science, communication and public trust. These gatherings have created opportunities to share knowledge, discuss emerging challenges and build connections across disciplines and countries.

Why ABBC ?

Making science understandable

Creating space to explain bioscience innovations, explore their possibilities and limitations, and share communication experiences.

Strengthening trust

Examining misinformation and communication challenges to support informed, open dialogue.

Connecting perspectives

Bringing scientific, policy, media and agricultural experiences together to learn from different priorities and concerns.

What happens at ABBC

ABBC 2025 video highlights

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Sharing experiences and lessons

Participants exchange communication approaches, discuss challenges and learn from practical experiences across countries and institutions.

Who participates

At the table

The ABBC
conversation

Science · Dialogue · Connection
  • Scientific knowledge, research experience and emerging ideas.