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17
Nov

R10bn Pollination Powerhouse: Steenhuisen Vows to Protect SA’s ‘Farmers of the Sky’

Ryan Matthews / 1 month
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Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has positioned the South African beekeeping industry as a strategic national priority, underscoring its pivotal role in food security and economic development. Speaking at the Beekeeping Awareness Field Day in Westlake, Cape Town, the minister committed government support to strengthen the sector, which he famously dubbed “the farmers of the sky,” […]

15
Nov

Youth-Led Inclusive Markets Key to African Integration, Says Nasser Forum

Ryan Matthews / 1 month
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3 min read

DJIBOUTI – The Nasser International Forum has asserted its commitment to youth-driven diplomacy and economic integration across the African and Arab worlds, prominently featuring discussions on inclusive markets and sustainable business vital for the continent’s development, including the critical agriculture sector. The forum recently participated in the Pan-African Youth Forum 2025, hosted by the Republic […]

12
Nov

Pan-African Parliament Secures Host Role for 2026 Global Hunger Summit

Ryan Matthews / 2 months
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2 min read

The Pan-African Parliament (PAP) has been officially announced as the host institution for the Third Global Parliamentary Summit Against Hunger and Malnutrition in 2026, marking a significant win for African leadership on the world stage. The decision follows a successful Pre-Summit Meeting held from November 10 to 11, 2025, at the Food and Agriculture Organization […]

10
Nov

African Parliament Passes Landmark Soil Law, Aiming for Food Security and Climate Resilience

Ryan Matthews / 2 months
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3 min read

Midrand, South Africa — In a significant move signalling a renewed commitment to environmental stewardship and food security, the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) has overwhelmingly adopted the Model Law on Sustainable Soil Management in Africa. The passage, occurring during the Sixth Ordinary Session of the Sixth Legislature in Midrand, South Africa, is being hailed as a […]

10
Nov

African Farms, Global Stakes: Climate Change Puts Food Security at Risk

Ryan Matthews / 2 months
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2 min read

The world’s focus on sustainability often converges on a fundamental issue: agriculture and food security. Nowhere is this more crucial than in Africa, where farming is the economic bedrock, employing roughly 65-70% of the continent’s workforce and serving as a linchpin for global development goals, particularly zero hunger, responsible consumption, and climate action. Despite its […]

07
Nov

Unlocking Africa’s Farm Potential: A Digital Pivot to Climate Resilience

Ryan Matthews / 2 months
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3 min read

Africa’s vast agricultural promise, long touted as a primary engine for economic transformation, is sputtering. Despite possessing more than 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable land, the sector contributed a disappointing 0.5% to the continent’s GDP growth in both 2023 and 2024. This stagnation is not just a matter of erratic weather; it reflects a […]

31
Oct

In Arid Kenya, Climate Advocates Rise From the Shadows of Stigma

Ryan Matthews / 2 months
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4 min read

SAMBURU COUNTY, Kenya — For most of her life in this arid corner of East Africa, Florence Ntisai lived in the silence of exclusion. Born with phocomelia, a congenital condition that left her with underdeveloped arms, traditional beliefs and a profound lack of awareness in Samburu County meant women with disabilities like her were often […]

29
Oct

Nairobi Hosts Major Agri-Expo to Forge China-Africa Partnerships

Ryan Matthews / 2 months
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2 min read

The 2025 Africa International Agricultural Expo kicked off on Tuesday in Nairobi, Kenya, convening key stakeholders under the strategic theme “Increasing Agricultural Productivity in Africa through Innovation and Market Access.” The event is a concerted effort to significantly boost China-Africa cooperation in modern agriculture, positioning the continent for a new era of agribusiness and trade. […]

19
Oct

AfDB Director Details Strategy to Unlock Africa’s Female Economic Potential

Ryan Matthews / 2 months
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3 min read

Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire – The African Development Bank Group (AfDB) is placing gender equality at the core of its continental growth strategy, positioning rural women as key drivers of economic transformation. This commitment, articulated by Dr. Jemimah Njuki, the Bank’s Director for Gender, Women, and Civil Society, directly supports AfDB President Sidi Ould Tah’s Four […]

07
Oct

Tech Focus: AgriExpo Moves to Lusaka to Bolster Zambia’s Farming Sector

Ryan Matthews / 3 months
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2 min read

By Sibhekisipho Fayayo Lusaka, Zambia – Zambia’s premier agricultural showcase, the Mazabuka AgriExpo, is strategically relocating to Lusaka this year, a move designed to broaden access to cutting-edge farming technology and expertise for both established commercial and emerging farmers. The event, which has traditionally been a cornerstone for the country’s sugar belt community, will be […]

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