I am indebted to CESAAM for their persistent support and guidance during my study period. Being a CESAAM fellow at Egerton University laid a divine platform, mentorship and urge to develop into an upcoming breeder with the opportunity to interact with diverse audiences during academic conferences and workshops.

Being a student at Egerton University I acquired the knowledge which will help in dissemination of relevant agricultural knowledge and skills to smallholder farmers in East African Countries and Africa at large hence enhancing product diversity and post-harvest towards ensuring income, food and nutrition security.

I am proud to say that CESAAM has provided wonderful support in shaping my career as an Animal Scientist, Researcher and role model for women scientists.

CESAAM fellowship has been pivotal in its career support and development, cementing my status as an animal geneticist. I am very grateful for having an opportunity to be part of this awesome family.

Personal Testimonial: “As a first cohort of CESAAM fellows, I have built and learnt a wealth of experience while at Egerton University. Through this, I have interacted with diverse cultures via studies, conferences and exhibitions that have shaped my post-graduate journey for academic attainment as a Livestock Systems Specialist.

The most interesting moment of my academic life has been under CESAAM program in Egerton University. As an animal nutritionist, I gained a lot of experience through conferences, short course programs, and exhibitions facilitated by CESAAM.

I thank CESAAM for the opportunity I got to study LPS at Egerton University, a premium university in agriculture and relat ed disciplines.

I am proud to be a female student at CESAAM. CESAAM has given me opportunity to exploit my full potential. 2018 intake saw a fair percentage enrolment of women in CESAAM. The quality of training is very high and very practical. I am also the graduate students Congress and feel proud as a leader.

I have been here for the last one-year and I am proud to report that I enjoy a rich network of Professors and students from different specializations especially during the CESAAM workshops and meetings which brings together different departments and institutions.