African Agriculture and Food Systems
NANDI, NOVEMBER 2, 2023 – In an event marked by hope and determination, The Nature Conservancy, alongside a coalition of partners, has launched a groundbreaking initiative—the River Yala Water Fund, the world’s first water fund led and executed by women. This historic effort aims to bolster water security and sustainably manage the River Yala basin’s […]
Mr. J owns a farm in Taveta and is interested in cultivating green grams, specifically the ‘Ndengu Tosha’ variety. He is seeking technical advice and support to implement the best farming practices and ensure a high-quality crop yield. The following advice, courtesy of kilimokwanza.org, is provided without any warranty. In Taveta, Kenya, green grams have […]
Consultancies DEADLINE: November 15, 2023 12:00 am Title of Solicitation Consultancy for Gender and safeguarding analysis to create an understanding of gender and safeguarding issues affecting young people especially those financially disadvantaged in accessing work opportunities in Malawi. Procurement Process Request for Proposal Solicitation Reference No. RFP AGRA-US-1008 Issuing Office & Address AGRA USA Contact […]
From Soil to Social Media, Dusabimana Advocates for Agro-Innovation and Youth Involvement in Farming Kigali, Rwanda – Rwandan agricultural consultant and content creator is challenging the traditional narrative of farming. Pacifique Dusabimana, known to his online followers as @p_dusabimana, is revolutionizing how young people view and engage with agriculture in Rwanda. His message is clear: […]
Momba, Tanzania – The Momba District Council has embarked on an ambitious drive to educate and encourage residents, especially youths, to cultivate sesame (ufuta) and cashew nuts, crops that have shown remarkable success and profitability for the region’s farmers. During an inspection tour of projects and addressing citizens’ concerns, alongside councilors from the finance, planning, […]
In a bold statement at the Conference on African Agriculture (CAADP19), Daniel Njiwa, Head of Regional Food Trade at AGRA, underscored the crucial role of women and youth in the agricultural sector of Sub-Saharan Africa. Representing the region’s backbone in food trade, these groups were recognized for their substantial yet often overlooked contributions. “Women and […]
Nairobi, Kenya – The Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) through its Horticultural Crops Directorate (HCD) has officially announced the closing of the avocado harvesting season for export for the fiscal year 2023/2024. Kenya, recognized as one of the leading producers of avocado on the African continent, exports its high-quality produce to major destinations such as […]
Des Moines, Iowa, 30-Oct-2023 – African Development Bank (AfDB) President, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, urged global investors not to miss out on the continent’s booming food and agribusiness sector, which is projected to be worth $1 trillion by 2030. This clarion call was made at the World Food Prize Foundation’s Norman E. Borlaug Dialogue in Des […]
Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, President of the African Development Bank Group, delivered an impactful speech at the Norman Borlaug International Dialogue for the World Food Prize 2023, illuminating Africa’s transformative journey in agriculture. Speaking under the banner “From Dakar 2 to Des Moines,” Dr. Adesina charted the ambitious course from the recently held “Feed Africa—Food […]
The Gold Rush in Africa’s Agriculture: Numbers, Opportunities, and Expert Insight Africa, a continent teeming with untapped potential, offers vast opportunities for investment in agriculture. Leveraging this potential could usher in unparalleled economic prosperity, not just for the continent but for global investors. Here’s a deeper look at the opportunities and how they can be […]