Once a major palm oil producer, Nigeria has in recent decades been eclipsed by Indonesia and Malaysia. But a sustainable project in Edo state is helping to get the industry back on its feet.
The impact of a series of crises is exacerbating vulnerabilities in Africa’s food systems. Things will get worse unless mitigating actions are taken now to safeguard Africa’s food security.
Amid calls for African nations to boost exports to China, agriculture seems an obvious choice, but can Africa’s exporters overcome the many barriers still in their way?
In an exclusive interview with Anver Versi, Dr Mohamed Anouar Jamali, CEO of OCP Africa, describes how the Group is launching its largest ever fertilizer relief programme.
African countries must simplify trade regulations and improve access to private finance if they are to move up the supply value chain and diversify from commodity exports, says the new report.
USAID has committed $44m to agricultural development programmes in Zambia, promising diversification and increased female empowerment in the country’s economic recovery.
George Wajackoyah, a fervent advocate of cannabis, is gaining support from the youth, diminishing the chances of a first-round victory for either of the leading candidates in the August election.
Historic droughts, the war in Ukraine, African conflicts and climate change are contributing to the worst food crisis since 2007-08. What can Africa do to turn the tide?
