ICRISAT pays increasing attention to networks as they are a means to link researchers, avoid duplication, and enhance interaction and exchange of knowledge and materials among members. ICRISAT-ESA serves as a resource to and catalyst for various networks in the region. At present ICRISAT-ESA hosts two networks at its Nairobi office: the Eastern and Central Africa Regional Sorghum and Millet network (ECARSAM) and the Soil and Water Management Research Network (SWMnet). The Institute is also jointly implementing the Regional Strategic Analysis and Knowledge Support System based in South Africa.