Mamadou SISSOKO

Mamadou SISSOKO is an active researcher focused on agricultural innovation, sustainability, and development economics in Africa. Affiliated with the University of Namur, his work contributes to the UN Sustainable Development Goals, particularly in food security and poverty alleviation. He holds a Doctor of Economics (2020), Master of Economics (2003), and Bachelor of Economics and Finance (2002) from the University of Paris XII Val de Marne.

• Education: Doctor of Economics (University of Namur, 2020), Master of Economics (University of Paris XII, 2003), Bachelor of Economics and Finance (University of Paris XII, 2002)

His research emphasizes frugal innovation, participatory approaches to crop adoption (e.g., sorghum, cowpea), and technology transfer in Sub-Saharan agriculture. Key themes include sustainable development, market analysis, and policy evaluation in developing countries.

Recent publications focus on cowpea’s role in Malian markets, fertilizer subsidy policies, and participatory adoption of sorghum varieties. These works highlight his expertise in aligning agricultural innovation with local needs and sustainability goals.

SISSOKO has presented at major conferences such as the 6th African Conference of Agricultural Economists (2019), 166th EAAE Seminar (2018), and 92nd AES Annual Conference (2018), demonstrating his engagement in academic discourse.