March, 2025 - Afro Agri Review Journal

31
Mar

Mozambique’s Bountiful Harvest Fuels Domestic Market and Export Boom

Ryan Matthews / 5 months
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2 min read

Nampula, Mozambique: Mozambique’s agricultural sector is poised for a significant boost, with a promising harvest expected to yield approximately 21 million tons of produce. This surge in production is set to bolster both the domestic market and drive a robust export trade, particularly in cereals and legumes. Alfredo Nampuio, Director-General of the Cereal Institute of […]

30
Mar

African Union Commissioners Laud Diplomatic and Agricultural Leadership

Ryan Matthews / 5 months
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2 min read

Addis Ababa: The African Union Commission has offered warm congratulations to two distinguished African leaders, recognising their significant contributions to diplomacy and agricultural development. H.E. Moses Vilakati, Commissioner for Agriculture, Rural Development, Blue Economy, and Sustainable Environment (ARBE), expressed his admiration for H.E. Mrs. Rhoda Peace Tumusiime, former Commissioner for Rural Economy and Agriculture at […]

Extreme climate anomalies pose a threat to food security.

29
Mar

Africa’s Climate Debt: A Legacy of Polluted Skies and Urban Futures at Stake

Ryan Matthews / 5 months
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3 min read

Cape Town: The stark reality of climate change casts a long shadow over Africa, a continent bearing the brunt of a crisis it did little to create. While wealthy nations industrialised on a foundation of fossil fuels, leaving a trail of greenhouse gas emissions, sub-Saharan Africa, responsible for a mere 4% of global emissions, now […]

28
Mar

NAMPO 2025: Where Global Agriculture Meets Local Soil

Ryan Matthews / 5 months
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3 min read

Bothaville, South Africa: As the global agricultural landscape grapples with interconnected challenges, South African farmers are poised to embrace a new era of innovation at the 57th annual NAMPO Harvest Day. Scheduled for May 13-16, 2025, at NAMPO Park, Bothaville, this premier agricultural showcase will adopt the theme “Global Agriculture, Locally!”, emphasising the crucial role […]

27
Mar

Ruto’s Climate Summit: A Continent Divided or United?

Ryan Matthews / 5 months
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3 min read

Nairobi, Kenya: Kenya’s President William Ruto’s bold offer to host the second Africa Climate Summit (ACS) has ignited a debate, revealing both the continent’s urgent need for climate action and the complex politics surrounding it. Ruto’s announcement, made at the African Union (AU) Headquarters in Ethiopia, came amidst the backdrop of Kenya’s failed bid for […]

26
Mar

Alarming Rise in Antibiotic-Resistant E. coli Found in Kumasi’s Food Chain

Ryan Matthews / 5 months
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2 min read

Kumasi, Ghana: A recent study conducted in Kumasi, Ghana, has revealed a concerning prevalence of antibiotic-resistant E. coli bacteria within the local food production chain, raising alarms about potential public health risks. Researchers have discovered significant levels of these resistant bacteria in lettuce, poultry manure, irrigation water, and soil samples, indicating widespread contamination. The study, […]

24
Mar

African Swine Fever Threatens Croatia’s Heritage Pig Breed

Ryan Matthews / 5 months
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3 min read

From Ivana Marić in Zagreb Zagreb, Croatia: The picturesque fields of Eastern Croatia, home to the distinctive Black Slavonian pig, have been rocked by a recent outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF). This highly contagious disease, which decimates pig populations, has prompted an urgent scientific investigation into its impact on the breed’s genetic diversity. […]

22
Mar

African Development Bank Pledges $500 Million to Unlock $10 Billion for Smallholder Farmers

Ryan Matthews / 5 months
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3 min read

From Njeri Kipkirui in Nairobi Nairobi, Kenya: In a bold move to transform African agriculture, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has announced plans to launch a $500 million facility designed to unlock a staggering $10 billion in financing for smallholder farmers and agricultural enterprises across the continent. Unveiling the ambitious initiative at the Scaling Finance […]

21
Mar

Kubota Bets on Indian-Made Tractors to Till African Market

Ryan Matthews / 6 months
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3 min read

Osaka, Japan: Japanese agricultural machinery giant Kubota is embarking on a bold strategy to conquer the African market. Leveraging the cost-effectiveness of its Indian subsidiary, the company plans to deliver affordable tractors to the continent’s burgeoning agricultural sector. The company plans to ship low-cost tractors manufactured in India to small-scale farms across Africa, aiming to […]

20
Mar

Zambian Farmers Embrace Ancient Techniques to Tackle Modern Challenges

Ryan Matthews / 6 months
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3 min read

By Joshua Kamanga Zambia: A ground-breaking alliance between Solidaridad Southern Africa, Kvuno, and Planboo is bringing the ancient practice of biochar production to Zambian smallholder farmers, offering a potent solution to soil degradation and climate change. This innovative partnership is empowering farmers with the knowledge and skills to transform agricultural waste into a valuable soil […]

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