The sun beats down relentlessly on the parched earth of West Africa and the Sahel. Here, millions of smallholder farmers toil on the land, their livelihoods threatened by a vicious cycle of low yields, degraded soil, and a climate in flux. The spectre of food insecurity looms large, a constant worry for communities already grappling […]
Abeokuta, Ogun State: The National Agricultural Development Fund (NADF) is poised to spearhead a transformative revolution in Nigerian agriculture, according to its Executive Secretary, Muhammad Abu Ibrahim. Speaking at the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta, during the university’s convocation ceremony, Mr Ibrahim declared that agriculture has evolved from a mere subsistence activity to a dynamic […]
University Park, Pa. – In a nation grappling with a “fish deficit” and a persistent protein gap, aquaculture, or fish farming, is emerging as a vital pillar of Zambia’s agricultural landscape. A recent study led by Penn State researchers delves into the intricate world of smallholder fish farmers in northern Zambia, revealing how their ingenious […]
Johannesburg: President Cyril Ramaphosa’s signing of the Expropriation Bill into law on January 23rd has ignited a wave of debate across South Africa. While the government has heralded the bill as a crucial step towards addressing historical land injustices, the bill has also sparked significant concerns among the agricultural sector and other stakeholders. The new […]
The agricultural landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation, driven by rapid advancements in science and technology. To explore these groundbreaking developments, Africa Agri Tech 2025 will convene a gathering of innovators, scientists, and industry leaders at the forefront of agricultural innovation. The event, building upon the success of its 2020 launch, will delve into […]
TotalEnergies, the French energy giant, has further delayed its ambitious $20 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in northern Mozambique due to persistent security concerns. The project, which was halted in 2021 following a violent insurgency in the Cabo Delgado region, faced a setback after the recent disputed presidential election. The company, in a […]
The Mozambican poultry sector is reeling from the impact of the widespread unrest that followed the country’s general elections in October last year. The prolonged period of civil unrest, which paralyzed much of the country for approximately two months, has inflicted an estimated US$300 million in losses on the industry. According to Yacub Latif, vice-president […]
Harare: The Zimbabwean government, with crucial support from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), is taking a significant step towards strengthening its agricultural data systems. For the first time since independence, the country is embarking on a National Agricultural and Livestock Census (NALC), a move hailed as critical for informed policymaking […]
Kigali: Rwanda has secured a concessional loan from China to fund the construction of a major irrigation project in Gisagara District, a move aimed at boosting agricultural production and enhancing food security. The Giseke Dam and Irrigation Project, expected to benefit over 915 households, will irrigate 2,640 hectares of land, significantly increasing agricultural output in […]
The South African ostrich industry is poised for a modest increase in production during the 2024/25 season, with an estimated 7% growth expected, according to industry experts. This anticipated rise follows a period of favorable market conditions, including strong demand for leather and meat, and a significant drop in feed costs. However, while the outlook […]
