Zimbabwe to Compensate White Farmers Two Decades After Land Seizures

Zimbabwe has announced plans to compensate both local and foreign white farmers whose land and assets…

Farm Africa Emphasizes Importance of Equitable Climate Finance at New York Climate Week

The panel featured experts including Farm Africa’s Chief Executive Dan Collison, Farm Africa’s Head of Technical…

Unlocking the Potential of Women in Agribusiness: AGRA’s VALUE4HER Initiative in Ethiopia

Unlocking the Potential of Women in Agribusiness: AGRA’s VALUE4HER Initiative in Ethiopia" explores the transformative impact…

Eastern Cape launches R80 million cropping programme

The Eastern Cape has officially launched a groundbreaking R80 million cropping program aimed at boosting agricultural…

Namibia to cull game to feed drought victims

The Namibian government has announced plans to cull 723 wild animals to help feed those affected…

Agri industry heading for better times

Absa AgriBusiness projects that the rand is set to strengthen over the next 18 months, stabilizing…

China to strengthen agricultural cooperation with Zambia

Chinese Ambassador Han Jing met with Zambia's Minister of Agriculture, Reuben Phiri, on August 26 to…

Boosting agriculture in Northern Uganda

State Minister for Northern Uganda, Kenneth Omona, has called for the establishment of a cash crop…

Burkina Faso hosts workshop to align aquaculture strategies with PFRS

AU-IBAR is hosting a National Stakeholders Consultative and Validation Workshop in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, from August…

Hard work pays off for hydroponic producers

Hard work and dedication are yielding impressive results for hydroponic producers. By adopting this innovative soilless…

Herbicide Resistance and Alternative Weed Management

Herbicide resistance begins with the failure of a few herbicides but quickly escalates as reliance on…

Soya Bean Production: A Cornerstone of South Africa’s Agricultural Landscape

Soya bean production has become a vital part of South Africa's agricultural sector, offering significant economic…

Organized Agriculture in Southern Africa: A Collaborative Pathway to Resilience

Southern Africa's agricultural sector is being revitalized through regional collaboration, with the Southern African Confederation of…

Empowering Ethiopia: African Development Bank Group and Partners Launch $94 Million Project to Enhance Climate Resilient Wheat Value Chain

In a landmark effort to transform Ethiopia's agricultural landscape, the African Development Bank Group, in collaboration…

Algerian Agricultural Processing Industry Flourishes: Over 90% of Products Now Locally Sourced

During a recent address on Labor Day, the President of Algeria hailed the nation's economic resurgence,…

Eswatini and AfDB Partner to Develop New Eco-Green City Masterplan

In a landmark collaboration, Eswatini Water and Agriculture Development Enterprise (ESWADE) and the African Development Bank's…

SADC Ministers Address El Niño’s Sectoral Impacts

On May 14, 2024, SADC ministers responsible for Agriculture, Energy, Water, and Disaster Risk Management met…

South Africa’s Poultry Industry Faces Crisis Amid Avian Influenza Outbreak

South Africa's poultry industry is in turmoil as it grapples with a highly contagious strain of…

Strathmore University and AGRA Launch SAFIC to Transform African Agriculture

Strathmore University, in partnership with AGRA, has launched the Strathmore Agri-Food Innovation Center (SAFIC) to revolutionize…

Farmer Field Schools Cultivating Positive Change in Ngoma, Kirehe, and Nyaruguru Districts

Farmers in Ngoma, Kirehe, and Nyaruguru districts are reaping the benefits of Farmer Field Schools (FFS)…

UN Pledges R37 billion to Assist Zimbabwe in Drought Relief Efforts

Zimbabwe, grappling with the devastating consequences of an El Niño-induced drought, received a ray of hope…

AATIF and Coris Bank International Burkina Forge €25m Partnership to Boost Agricultural Sector in Burkina Faso

Strategic Collaboration Aims to Catalyze Growth and Strengthen Digital Infrastructure In a move set to invigorate…

High-Level Meeting at SADC Secretariat Focuses on Regional Development and Cooperation

Gaborone, Botswana – April 5, 2024 Top officials from the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the…

Kenya Advances Water Access with Public-Private Partnerships: African Development Bank Leads Charge

Kenya’s Water and Sanitation Investors Conference 2024, held in Nairobi, concluded with a resounding call for…

Rising Exports, Falling Fortunes: The Dichotomy of Zimbabwe’s Tobacco Industry in 2024

In the heart of Africa, Zimbabwe’s tobacco farmers are facing one of their toughest seasons yet,…

Fields of Fury: Farmers Protest Across Europe Against EU Policies

Image Source: https://www.dailynews.com/2024/02/01/farmers-wreak-fiery-havoc-outside-eu-headquarters/ -(ASSOCIATED PRESS) In a sweeping demonstration of discontent, farmers from various European countries…

African Development Bank’s Initiative for Sustainable Debt Solutions in Africa

In a concerted effort to address Africa's burgeoning debt challenges, the African Development Bank has taken…

Zimbabwe’s Maize Crop Imperiled by El Niño Threat

By Mike Visser | Sustainable Agriculture of the 21st Century Zimbabwe is grappling with an impending…

Climate Change Indaba: The World’s Eye on Durban

Global Focus on Durban: Uniting Against Climate Change Image By Ashraf Hendricks, Zoë Postman and Musa Binda : https://www.groundup.org.za/article/climate-strike/ Johannesburg,…

Transformative Agrarian Reforms in Zimbabwe: Fostering Production and Embracing Foreign Direct Investment for Regional Development

In the heart of Southern Africa, Zimbabwe is witnessing a profound transformation in its agricultural sector…

SADC Climate Change Strategy and Action Plan (2020-2023): Paving the Way for Sustainable Agriculture and Development in Africa

Credit: Image: https://www.sadc.int/latest-news/ccardesa-steps-implementation-climate-smart-agriculture-technologies-reduce-impacts In a landmark move, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) has unveiled its…

Triangle Sugar Estate: Cultivating Prosperity and Fueling Zimbabwe’s Regional Development

The Triangle Sugar Estate in Zimbabwe is a remarkable testament to the country’s agricultural prowess and…

Mazoe Orange Farm: Navigating Land Politics and the Agro-Processing Industry in Zimbabwe Since 2018

Mazoe Orange Farm in Zimbabwe has been at the center of attention, serving as a microcosm…

Tropical Cyclone Freddy Wreaks Havoc in Mozambique, Malawi, and Madagascar, Prompting Urgent Humanitarian Response

Tropical Cyclone Freddy has left a trail of destruction as it made its second landfall in…

Climate Concerns and the Future of Farming in Africa: Addressing Challenges and Embracing Sustainable Solutions

The increasing climate concerns in Africa are having a profound impact on agriculture, highlighting the urgent…

Solar Farming

“the next big thing in African Agricultural & Farming Practices. Embraced bySmall Scale Farmers” Changing times…


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