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16
Jan

Collaboration Key to Unlock Southern Africa’s Agricultural Potential

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Johannesburg: As the world grapples with geopolitical and economic uncertainty, the need for regional cooperation in Southern Africa’s agricultural sector has never been more critical. Recent trade frictions, such as the temporary ban on South African vegetable imports by Botswana, have underscored the urgent need for greater collaboration and understanding within the region. While Botswana […]

Sustainable Farming
16
Jan

Kenya Seeks UAE Investment to Expand Railway Network and Boost Agriculture

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President William Ruto has embarked on a diplomatic mission to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), seeking to deepen bilateral ties and secure crucial investments for key Kenyan projects. A key focus of the visit is the expansion of Kenya’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) network, with the UAE potentially playing a significant role in extending the […]

14
Jan

African Leaders Chart New Course for Agri-Food Systems with Ambitious 10-Year Plan

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Kampala, Uganda: The African Union has embarked on an ambitious new journey to transform its agri-food systems, adopting a 10-year strategy aimed at boosting agricultural output by 45% by 2035. The decision, reached at an extraordinary summit in Kampala, marks a pivotal moment in the continent’s quest for food security and economic prosperity. The Kampala […]

14
Jan

Africa’s Path to Food Sovereignty

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Africa is a continent brimming with potential. The continent can produce enough food to sustain itself thanks to its wide range of climates and expansive agricultural regions. Nevertheless, Africa spends an incredible 50 billion USD annually on food imports in spite of its abundant resources. This situation not only illustrates the agricultural difficulties facing the […]

13
Jan

Atlas Copco Unveils Revolutionary TwinPower Generator: A Game-Changer for Power Solutions

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Atlas Copco, a global leader in industrial productivity solutions, has unveiled its groundbreaking QAC1100 TwinPower™ generator, a technological marvel that is set to redefine the landscape of mobile power generation. This innovative solution, housed within a standard 20-foot container, packs a powerful punch, delivering up to 1MW of reliable and flexible power. “The QAC1100 TwinPower™ […]

12
Jan

African Union’s Summit Leaves Little Hope To Advance Agricultural Transformation In Africa

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By Kester Kenn Klomegah Perhaps it was the most crucial summit, held from January 9th to 11th in 2025. It focused on raising agricultural productivity, increasing public investment in agriculture, and stimulating economic growth through agriculture-led development. It ultimately sought pathways to support African countries in eliminating continent-wide hunger and reducing growing poverty. During these […]

11
Jan

African Leaders Calls for Swift Action on New CAADP Agenda at Pan-African Summit

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Kampala, Uganda: Hon. Frank K. Tumwebaze, Minister of Agriculture of Uganda, has urged African leaders to swiftly move from planning to implementation of the new Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) strategy. Addressing the opening session of the CAADP Summit in Kampala, Minister Tumwebaze emphasized the urgency of action, stating, “We must move, not with […]

animal diseases control
11
Jan

Africa Seeks Food Security with New Agricultural Strategy

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Kampala, Uganda: The African continent, blessed with vast fertile lands and abundant natural resources, should not be reliant on food imports, Uganda Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja declared at the opening of the African Union Extraordinary Assembly of Ministers of Agriculture. This stark reality, underscored by a staggering $100 billion spent on food imports in 2021, […]

Extreme climate anomalies pose a threat to food security.
09
Jan

Djibouti Leads the Way in Climate Resilience with Groundbreaking Insurance Cover

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The recent Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report painted a stark picture of Africa’s future, highlighting the continent’s increasing vulnerability to extreme weather events. From devastating droughts to catastrophic floods, climate change is wreaking havoc, threatening food security, displacing populations, and straining already fragile economies. Djibouti, a nation grappling with severe water scarcity and […]

09
Jan

East Africa to Host Global Aquaculture Summit at Speke Resort Munyonyo

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Entebbe, Uganda: Uganda is set to host the prestigious World Aquaculture Safari 2025 at the picturesque Speke Resort Munyonyo on the shores of Lake Victoria. This landmark event, combining the World Aquaculture Conference with the African Regional Aquaculture (AFRAQ) conference, will bring together global leaders in the aquaculture industry to explore the latest advancements in […]