NOAA Fisheries has confirmed that South Africa is among ten African nations granted full approval to export fish and fish products from all marine fisheries to the United States starting January 2026. The announcement follows NOAA’s enforcement of the Marine Mammal Protection Act (MMPA), which sets stringent standards for foreign fisheries seeking access to the ...

Climate change in Africa is reshaping economies, ecosystems, and everyday life. But amid the devastation lies an often-overlooked truth: the crisis is also unlocking pathways for green growth, innovation, and a reimagined future. The continent is home to some of the world’s richest renewable energy resources. With over 60% of the globe’s best solar potential, ...

Morocco’s onion exports soared to record-breaking heights in the 2024–2025 season, reaching 64,900 tons valued at $238 million. This dramatic surge followed the lifting of export restrictions to West Africa, marking a 4.8-fold increase over the previous season and surpassing the 2022–2023 record by 3%, according to agricultural analytics platform EastFruit. The rebound comes after ...

The 2nd Regional Dialogue on Child Labour in Agriculture in Africa, hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in collaboration with regional partners, will take place virtually on 21 August 2025. Under the theme “Sustaining the momentum: Eliminating Child Labour in Agriculture in Africa”, the dialogue builds on the first ...

By Brandon Moss The African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a €100 million ($116.4 million) loan to bolster Morocco’s sustainable agriculture sector, with a strategic focus on empowering women, engaging youth, and improving climate resilience among smallholder farmers. Unveiled on Monday, the initiative seeks to strengthen food security in one of Africa’s most drought-vulnerable regions. ...

Morocco’s mandarin exports, which had been declining since 2022, are now making a strong comeback, according to EastFruit. Data from Morocco’s Office des Changes shows that between July 2024 and February 2025, the country exported 436,000 tons of mandarins, valued at $369 million. This marks a 13.3% increase compared to the same period in MY ...

Morocco’s agricultural landscape is undergoing a transformation, thanks to ambitious sustainability efforts led by various stakeholders. Among them, OCP Group, a global leader in fertilizers, has emerged as a key player in advancing soil health and agricultural productivity. At the heart of OCP’s initiatives is the Al Moutmir Program, launched in 2018 to equip farmers ...

Morocco continues to prioritize water management as a key strategy to mitigate drought impacts and ensure stable food supply at affordable prices. The country’s agricultural season looks highly promising following recent rainfall, with grain production expected to rise by 41%—reaching 44 million quintals—according to Agriculture Minister Ahmed El Bouari. At the 17th International Agricultural Fair ...

The 17th International Agriculture Exhibition in Morocco (SIAM) is currently underway in Meknes, bringing together 70 countries and over 1,500 exhibitors. The event, inaugurated by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan, highlights agriculture and water as central themes for sustainable rural development. This year, France has been named the guest of honor, showcasing its agricultural expertise ...

Washington DC Prosper Africa is catalyzing agricultural production and enhancing environmental and social impact in Morocco by enabling Vantage Capital’s €14 million ($15.2 million) investment in Société de Production Maraîchère Samir S.A. (SPMS), a leading Moroccan grower of red fruits and tomatoes. Facilitated by Prosper Africa’s commercial due diligence support, Vantage Capital’s strategic investment will ...