The African Union Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) is a specialized technical office of the Department of Rural Economy and Agriculture (DREA) of the African Union Commission (AUC). One of AU-IBARs current projects is the Sustainable Development of Livestock for Livelihoods in Africa (Live2Africa) that is funded by the European Union. The actions aim to contribute to enhancing farm/ pastoral households resilience to shocks; improved productivity; reduce post-harvest losses; creating jobs along the regional livestock value chain; strengthening public private partnerships; and enhancing intra and inter-regional trade. To further promote harnessing of sustainable development and economic values of Livestock in Africa, AU-IBAR, through the Live2Africa project decides to unveil a photo competition themed “Prospects for Growth through Livestock” with the aim of using photography to communicate important messages in sustainable livestock development.
Eligibility
Photographers and photojournalists that are nationals any African Country are eligible to apply
Benefits
- The overall winner will receive a USD 2000 Amazon Gift Card/ or equivalent, and a plaque/ or certificate. The second prize will receive USD 1000 Amazon Gift Card/ or equivalent, and a plaque/ or certificate, and each category winner will receive USD 300 Amazon Gift Card/ or equivalent, and a plaque/ or certificate.
- Each category runner-up will also receive certificates of recognition.
- AU-IBAR reserves the right to substitute the prize with a prize of similar value or specification.
Closing Date
30th September, 2020
