News in Africa
African Development Bank Group Board Approves New Strategy to Drive Economic Diversification and Private Sector-led Inclusive Growth in Lesotho
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (www.AfDB.org) has approved a new $209 million Country Strategy...
Farmers from Across the Globe Unite in Stellenbosch for the G20 Farmers Dialogue
The Southern Africa Agricultural Initiative (Saai) hosted the G20 Farmers Dialogue at the Faculty of Agricultural Sciences, Stellenbosch University, bringing...
NAMPO Cape 2025 breaks records and strengthen the future of Agriculture
The sixth NAMPO Cape Expo has concluded on a high note, drawing a record-breaking 49,326 visitors to Bredasdorp Park from 10...
Grain under pressure: the Bunge-Viterra merger could cost farmers and consumers $2,5 billion a year
Researchers warn of critical losses for grain producers and price increases for consumers worldwide. According to the study "From Farm...
Cameroon: Fish farming makes a difference in the fight to improve living standards
Along the coast and in south-western regions of Cameroon, fish ponds have become not only centres of production but also...
Africa’s food security gains fall short despite decades of progress – Africa Food Systems Report 2025
The Africa Food Systems Report 2025 says significant challenges remain in improving food systems on the continent despite good progress...
Sub-Saharan African Countries can Grow Enough Grains to Feed its Population by 2050 – New research
A new research has revealed that sub-Saharan African countries can grow enough grains like maize, wheat and millet to feed...
Innovative Financing Crucial for Africa’s Agrifood Transformation – Report
Unlocking new and innovative sources of financing is critical to transforming Africa’s agrifood systems and enabling broader interventions across energy,...
Hubbard Premium Forum 2025: Projects for small-scale farmers in Africa
Vienna – On 2-4 June, Hubbard organised its 5th Premium Forum for over 160 participants from 32 countries. Attendees came not...
Turning Locust Plagues Into Protein Goldmines — How African Farmers Are Harvesting Insects for Feed and Food
Locusts are notoriously destructive, making them an unwelcome sight on any farm. However, many farmers have changed their tune on...