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Animal Welfare Competence Center For Africa

AWeCCA builds modern platforms for animal welfare management, e-learning, research automation, and digital transformation across Africa.

A W E C C A
Research

Research & Innovation

We conduct animal welfare research, collaborate internationally, and explore One Health – One Welfare approaches to protect animals and support sustainable development.

Advocacy

Advocacy & Policy Engagement

We translate research into action, support evidence-based policy, and promote ethical decision-making for animals and ecosystems.

Training

Training & Education

We provide training programs, field experience, and support advanced academic studies in Animal Welfare across Africa and internationally.

Monitoring

Monitoring & Global Collaboration

We track welfare developments globally, support best practices, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement.

Exchange

Exchange of Expertise

We coordinate a network of African universities and partners like ILRI, ANAW to strengthen research, knowledge sharing, and policy influence.

Youth

Youth & Student Engagement

We support student-led animal welfare clubs that encourage empathy, responsibility, and ethical practices from an early age.

One Health, One Welfare

Bridging animal welfare, human well-being, and environmental sustainability through science, collaboration, and compassion.

Our Early Impact

Multi-country academic and NGO collaborations

Building partnerships across Africa to advance animal welfare research and education.

Ongoing pilot projects in animal welfare education and outreach

Testing and scaling innovative approaches to community engagement and learning.

Training programs for students and field practitioners

Building capacity and expertise in animal welfare science and practice.

Expanding research and monitoring networks across Africa

Strengthening data collection, analysis, and knowledge sharing continent-wide.

Protecting Africa's Wildlife

Together we make a difference for animals across the continent

Our Core Solutions

Animal Welfare Research Systems

We design and support scientific research programs that generate evidence on animal welfare challenges and solutions.

Policy & Advocacy Support

We translate scientific findings into actionable policy recommendations for governments, NGOs, and institutions.

Professional Training & Capacity Building

Structured training programs in animal welfare science, One Health systems, and sustainable livestock management.

Monitoring & Evaluation Systems

Tracking welfare developments across regions, ensuring continuous improvement and compliance with global standards.

Academic & International Collaboration Networks

Building partnerships between African and international universities for knowledge sharing and innovation.

Education & Youth Development Programs

Developing student clubs, outreach programs, and resources promoting empathy and ethical responsibility.

Empowering Communities

Training programs reaching thousands of farmers and pastoralists

Strategic Programs

Animal Welfare & One Health

Training & Knowledge Programs

Professional education programs focused on animal welfare, ecosystem health, and sustainable human-animal interactions.

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Sustainable Livestock & Climate Action

Climate-Resilient Livestock Systems

Training and outreach initiatives that promote sustainable livestock management and climate adaptation practices.

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Welfare Monitoring & Innovation Systems

Digital Monitoring & Welfare Systems

Technology-enabled approaches for animal welfare monitoring, research support, and data-driven decision making.

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— Our Valued Partners —
Makerere University
COVAB
WTG
EA-AWeCCA
WTS
Makerere University
COVAB
WTG
EA-AWeCCA
WTS