South Sudan presents an enormous potential as a major food producing nation. But years of conflict, exacerbated by climate change, inadequate infrastructure, low levels of education & high unemployment, are hindrances to progress, according to the FAO.
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With his flourishing organic strawberry field, Rex Natala sets a new standard for sustainable farming in Zambia. He is the youngest leader farmer of the Solidaridad Network in this country.
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The rise of imported staples like rice, bread, and pizza has caused a sombre disconnect from the indigenous grains and foods that once nourished Senegalese villages. Ibrahim Thiam is leading a food revolution in Senegal.
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Peace, stability & investments in key sectors could turn South Sudan into a major food producer, boosting the economy & contributing to food security. The transformation could also set the stage for the country to become a hub for climate resilience.
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Passionate about enhancing better food safety policy and practices in Zambiaโs capital, Lusaka, development consultant and consumer protection advocate Sajeev Nair dreams of a food-safe country where compliance to food safety standards is a top priority.
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In the sugar-growing town of Mazabuka, 33-year-old Rex Natala is crafting an inspirational legacy. He is the youngest son of a farming family that has nurtured the soil of southern Zambia since 1946.
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Nestled in the heart of Senegal, Ibrahim Thiamโs vision is as audacious as it is inspiring: to rewrite the narrative of his nationโs dietary habits.
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With an investment of $122 million, the Red Sea Power wind farm near Lake Goubet marks the first substantial international investment in Djiboutiโs energy sector & establishes the IPP, setting a precedent for future private investments in the region.
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Ag-tech company Origin Digital is poised to transform agri lending in Sub-Saharan Africa, bridging the credit gap for smallholder farmers & SMEs through predictive analytics tools that offer unprecedented insight into farm performance & creditworthiness.
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The largest earthquake to strike Morocco in 120 years has left more than 2 000 people injured. In these trying times, CGIAR Excellence in Agronomy Initiative extended its condolences & unwavering solidarity with Moroccoโs agri community & all affected.
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Dr Olufemi A. Oladunni, executive director & CEO of the Agricultural and Rural Management Training Institute in Nigeria, underscored the role that agri journalism plays in prioritising agri across society to ensure food security & boost economic growth.
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Pres. Ismail Omar Guelleh inaugurated Djiboutiโs maiden wind farm, the Red Sea Power (RSP) wind farm, near Lake Goubet, taking a big step towards making Djibouti the first African nation to rely entirely on renewable energy sources for electricity by 2035.
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As a powerful 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Morocco in the High Atlas mountains, the hearts of the global agricultural community go out to the farmers and rural communities deeply affected by this disaster.
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Locals have applauded a Malawian chocolate maker whose creative chocolate making process involves many flavours. What makes her chocolates so special is that the cocoa is locally & sustainably farmed.
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Young blood in agri is desperately needed. Profitable opportunities are the way to entice a new generation of entrepreneurs in ...
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Malawiโs sorghum beer industry raises a toast to carton packaging as the winning choice for freshness and consumer satisfaction. Discover how cartons reign supreme in the journey of Chibuku Shake Shake, delivering unbeatable quality and taste. https://t.co/8Sy9jfbXj0
Essymart Africa, a social enterprise in Uganda, is making headlines for its significant impact on the countryโs agricultural sector. The enterpriseโs mission is to promote food security and improve the quality of life of rural smallholder farmers. https://t.co/2t2J6fHdwh
Exciting news! Genome of the climate-resilient hyacinth, better known as the lablab bean, has been fully sequenced. This could bring benefits to food and economic security, as well as diversity to the global food system. https://t.co/Gt4CzvF5vh