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Ongoing: #IGAD Member States and Partners are today having in-depth discussions on the importance of establishing a Soil Hub in the IGAD region.
A regional Soil Hub will be a vital and valuable digital source of soil information, mapping and knowledge on the different soil components, soil profile data and environmental layers for the different stakeholders to make research-based decisions to preserve, improve and boost productivity for food security in the region as well as address region’s soil degradation crisis and transform soil health.
Healthy soils lay at the foundation of agricultural development, healthy and nutritious food production, and essential ecosystem services, which are all crucial to our basic survival as well as our planet’s sustainable future.
Key presentations by @CGIARAfrica @ccardesa_sadc #CIFSH @IFDCGlobal @IFDCCESAF highlighted their best practices and lessons learned from West Africa and Southern Africa for an effective regional soil data source as well as the use and importance of leveraging on inter-country existing data collection strengths, a collaborative approach and processes to Soil Hub formation, successful implementation and sustainability.
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Event Recap:
IGAD, through its Food Systems Resilience Programme (FSRP), in partnership with the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (@kalromkulima) and with support from the @WorldBank, recently convened a regional write-shop with IGAD Member States and Technical Partners. This gathering served as a follow-up to the Africa Fertiliser and Soil Health Summit (AFSHS) held in May 2024. The primary focus was on discussing outcomes, defining follow-up actions, and developing a roadmap for implementing the Summit’s Declaration. The ultimate aim: enhancing food security, boosting agricultural productivity, and supporting the economic growth of African nations.
Highlights of the Opening Session:
- The session was officiated by IGAD's, @DrEsheteDejen, and Dr David Kamau from @kalromkulima.
Key Discussion Points:
- The meeting builds on the AFSHS's action plans, which highlighted Africa's current low fertiliser consumption and application rates. These are insufficient to meet agricultural production targets or replenish vital soil nutrients.
- Soil health is fundamental for improving productivity and food security in the region. The discussions centred on developing action plans, policy recommendations, and securing commitments from governments and stakeholders to invest in sustainable agricultural practices. Key objectives include:
- Increasing the efficient use of fertilisers.
- Promoting sustainable soil health methods to guarantee food security and economic growth.
- Addressing challenges and exploring opportunities related to soil health and fertiliser use across African countries.
Outcome Focus: Participants will also share knowledge on best practices for soil hub creation, drawing from successful models in other African regions. The meeting aims to draft a comprehensive proposal and strategy for the formation of a Soil Hub, enhancing regional collaboration and soil health management.
Stay tuned for more updates on the action plan for sustainable agriculture and resilient food systems in Africa. 🌍
Across the African continent, #soil health has been declining for decades. Shifting that trajectory requires collaboration.
At the #AFSHS summit, CIFOR-ICRAF joined other stakeholders to discuss pathways to scaling soil health.
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The official signing of the #GreatGreenWall new strategy and 10 years implementation plan by H.E Ambassador @JosefaSacko @_AfricanUnion during the launch of the strategy at #AFSHS summit 2024 Nairobi Kenya.
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#GreatGreenWall is one of Africa's flagship dev. program. Its new strategy & 10yrs implementation plan is launched today at #AFSHS summit in Nairobi. In her inspiring remarks @EstherineF Head of Programs at @NEPAD_Agency expressed optimism on the future of the initiative. #GGWI
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📢 Only 3 days until the #Africa #Fertilizer #Soil Health Summit (#AFSHS)! Join us, OFIMAK, @giz_gmbh & @Greencare Eco Solutions as we delve into #organic #fertilizers in East & West Africa, empowering local businesses. Meet the #speakers! 🌱🌍
We are excited to be a part of the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit 2024 #AFSHS hosted by the @_AfricanUnion @FertilizerSoil in Nairobi-Kenya, from May 7-9.
Register now via ➡️ https://t.co/vGCPZQlafl to participate with us
#AFSHS "Fertilizer is key to our development and FAO will continue to support SADC in all initiatives to ensure that this is realized" Dr Patrice Talla in opening the meeting - Johannesburg @faosfsafrica
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