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International Trade Centre
Source: International Trade Centre |

SheTrades West Africa: Opening new opportunities for women in the cashew value chain

This project is active in Côte d’Ivoire, Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone, and also incorporates the shea and cassava value chains

Women play an important role in the cashew value chain in Côte d’Ivoire and Sierra Leone, but they face particular hurdles that can prevent their business efforts from achieving their full potential. One big challenge is the lack of recognition of women’s role in the sector, which means that there…

Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development: Republic of South Africa
Source: Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development: Republic of South Africa |

South Africa: Minister John Steenhuisen welcomes signing of Preservation and Development of Agricultural Land Bill into law

New law aims to halt loss of prime agriculture land

Minister of Agriculture John Steenhuisen welcomes the signing of the Preservation and Development of Agricultural Land Bill into law by President Cyril Ramaphosa that will support long-term food production and support the Department’s goal of creating more jobs and growing the economy. Since the 2000’s there has been various attempts…

State House Uganda
Source: State House Uganda |

President Museveni Impressed by Progressive Impact of Parish Development Model (PDM) in Lira

The President further recognized 10 successful farmers, who are PDM beneficiaries from Erute South Constituency for their hard work and gave them Shs1 million each

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and the First Lady, also the Minister of Education and Sports, Maama Janet Museveni were on Tuesday 28th January 2025 hosted at the home of Mrs. Vicky Apio in Alingiri village, Amach town council, Lira District. Mrs. Apio is one the beneficiaries of the Parish Development…

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Source: TÜYAP |

The theme of Konya Agriculture Fair is ‘Gateway to International Agriculture’

From 8-12 April 2025, Konya Agriculture Fair will showcase the latest agricultural technologies and provide a platform for strategic business opportunities in Türkiye, an international agricultural trade hub

The 21st Konya Agriculture (www.KonyaAgriculture.com), Agricultural Mechanization, and Field Technologies Fair is set to take place from April 8-12, 2025, at the Konya Chamber of Commerce - Tüyap Fair and Congresse Center (https://TUYAP.com.tr/). Known as one of Türkiye’s largest and most significant agricultural fairs, the event will bring together industry leaders,…

International Trade Centre
Source: International Trade Centre |

Advancing food security and sustainability in Ghana: A collaborative approach

Partnerships, innovation, and digital tools are helping Ghanaian farmers have better market access, reduce post-harvest losses, and optimize their operations

Ghana is taking bold steps to improve food security and sustainability by bringing together agritech, agribusiness, and collaborative partnerships. With digital training and support from the Netherlands Trust Fund V (NTF V) Ghana Tech project, initiatives like the Horticulture Business Platform (HBP) and the Agricultural Innovation for Africa (AIA) Conference…

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Rwanda
Source: Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Republic of Rwanda |

Chinese Ambassador Wang Xuekun and Minister of Finance and Economic Planning of Rwanda Murangwa Sign Agreement on China-Rwanda Economic and Technical Cooperation and Framework Agreement on the Giseke Irrigation Project

The Giseke Irrigation Project, supported by concessional loans from the Chinese government,holds significant importance for Rwanda's agricultural modernization and enhancement of agricultural production capacity

On January 22, 2025, Chinese Ambassador to Rwanda Mr. Wang Xuekun and Minister of Finance and Economic Planning of Rwanda Hon. Yusuf Murangwa signed Agreement on China-Rwanda Economic and Technical Cooperation and Framework Agreement on the Giseke Irrigation Project on behalf of their respective governments in Kigali, the capital of…

Ministry of Information, Eritrea
Source: Ministry of Information, Eritrea |

Eritrea: Activity Assessment Meeting of National Agricultural Research Institutions

Detailed briefings were provided on natural and transformative resources, crop improvement, livestock resources, agricultural engineering, food and biotechnology, ongoing research activities, and the challenges encountered

National Agricultural Research Institutions under the Ministry of Agriculture held a meeting on 21 January to review the activities of 2024 and action plan for 2025. The meeting took place at the Halhale Agricultural Research Center. Mr. Tsegay Berhane, Head of National Agricultural Research, stated that nine types of improved…

FAO Regional Office for Africa
Source: FAO Regional Office for Africa |

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) supports Zimbabwe to prepare for the National Agricultural and Livestock Census

The agricultural and livestock census project design and implementation is set to fill the structural agricultural statistics gaps for evidence-based agrifood systems transformation

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) is providing technical assistance to the Government of Zimbabwe in developing a National Agricultural and Livestock Census (NALC) Plan of Action. FAO is also supporting the Government to compile and update its national food balance sheet (FBS) while developing an…

Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt
Source: Presidency of the Arab Republic of Egypt |

President El-Sisi Holds Meeting on “Future of Egypt” Authority Projects

President El-Sisi gave directives to provide all forms of support for these projects as part of the state's plan to expand agricultural land and increase agricultural production

Today, President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with Advisor to the President for Urban Planning, Major General Amir Sayed Ahmed; Head of the Armed Forces Financial Affairs Authority, Lieutenant General Ahmed El-Shazly; Head of the Armed Forces Engineering Authority, Major General Ahmed Al-Azzazi; and Executive Director of the "Future of Egypt"…

The African Union – Interafrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR)
Source: The African Union – Interafrican Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) |

Africa Adopts Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Strategy and Action Plan 2026–2035 and the Critical Role of Animal Resources

Animal resources were a key mention at the summit as integral to Africa’s food and nutritional security

The Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) Extraordinary Summit, which took place at the Speke Resort in Kampala, Uganda, from January 9th to 11th, 2025, was a turning point in the continent's agricultural history. A major step for attaining sustainable agricultural growth, food security, and poverty reduction across the continent…