The Investment Shortfall Africa’s agricultural sector is the backbone of the continent’s economy and livelihoods—supporting 70% of the population and contributing nearly a third of GDP. Yet in 2022, farms across Africa received just $49 billion in investment, far below the $200 billion estimated to unlock their full potential. On average, African farmers receive only ...

Richard Mkandawire received a $10,000 prize but he did not make it physically to collect the award because of the tragedy in Malawi. Courtesy Malawi’s Richard Mkandawire and Nigeria’s Umezuruike Linus Opara have been awarded with the inaugural Research and Innovation Competence in Agriculture Awards. The two were awarded for their notable contributions to the ...