Food
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Climate Threat to Africa’s Food Exports May Empty EU Shelves
Climate change and biodiversity loss are crippling agricultural production in Africa, a key exporter of staples such as cocoa, coffee, and maize, putting Europe’s food supply ... -
African countries urged to boost agricultural funding for food security
NAIROBI – African governments must increase public investment in agriculture to strengthen food security and unlock sustainable economic growth, officials said Tuesday at a ... -
Apply Now: $1 Million for AI-Powered Agriculture Technology
The challenges facing agriculture and food systems in developing countries has never been more urgent. Smallholder farmers around the world need climate resilience, food security, and ... -
Nigeria has a food security problem as water for crops is harder to find
Umaru Muazu, 62 years old, removes weeds from his farm in Kwalkwalawa, northwestern Nigeria, Feb. 22, 2025. (AP Photo/Sunday Alamba) By Dyepkazah Shibayan | AP KWALKWALAWA, Nigeria ... -
Almost €250k for project on sustainable food systems
L-r: Dr. Achim Schmalenberger (University of Limerick); Dr. Samuel Browett (South East Technological University); Dr. Saorla Kavanagh (Teagasc); Minister of State with special responsibility ... -
Cultivating Leadership at all Levels: Essential for Transforming Africa’s Food Systems
By Ms. Alice Ruhweza and Mr. Joost Guijt Africa’s food systems face a critical juncture. The path forward is becoming clearer with the launch ... -
Why We Must Celebrate Africans Transforming the Continent’s Food Systems
By Boaz Blackie Keizire As Africa approaches the SDGs deadline, the next five years are critical for making substantial progress in transforming its food ... -
FG signs financing pact for $158mln value chain programme in Northern Nigeria
The federal ministry of agriculture and food security (FMAFS) says it is set to begin the pilot phase of the farmer identity management system in Nasarawa ... -
The government must take a more active role in agriculture
Nigeria has consistently ranked poorly in global human development reports, with declining life expectancy, shrinking household incomes, and alarmingly high unemployment rates. However, the ... -
Africa’s Agricultural Awakening: From Food Importer to Global Breadbasket
Africa imports over 100 million tons of food yearly, spending $75 billion, despite its vast agricultural potential. The Russo-Ukrainian war worsened food and fertilizer ...
