September 09
Morocco: Al Haouz Earthquake - Agricultural Projects Completed or Nearing Completion (Regional Directorate)
MAP
One year after the Al Haouz earthquake, all the projects programmed for the agricultural sector have been completed or are in the final stages of completion, enabling agricultural… Read more »
South Africa: Small West Coast Town Is the World Capital of This Delicacy
GroundUp
Known as the "bokkom capital" of the world, Velddrif is a small fishing town on the West Coast where a type of fish biltong called "bokkoms" (a salted and dried harder fish) is… Read more »
Nigeria: Miracle Water, Soap - Nigerian Pastor Reacts to NAFDAC's Allegations
Premium Times
The church noted that its Pastor has never used NAFDAC's name to deceive innocent members of the public. Read more »
Africa: President Kagame Hails AGRA for Ensuring Africa Projects a Clear Voice On Future of Food Systems
Independent (Kampala)
Rwanda President Paul Kagame has commended the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), under the leadership of former Ethiopian PM Hailemariam Dessalegn as Board Chair… Read more »
Uganda: Chicken Tonight Tastefully Reincarnates
Observer
Chicken Tonight, once the preferred dining spot for young couples, has successfully navigated the competitive food business by going back to basics - offering something for… Read more »
Nigeria: Macban Prohibits Child, Night Grazing in Kwara
Daily Trust
The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has banned the use of child herders and night grazing in Kwara State, aligning with similar measures adopted in… Read more »
Zimbabwe: All in Place for Wheat Harvesting
The Herald
Preparations for harvesting winter wheat are now in place, with stakeholders working closely to ensure a smooth operation. Read more »
Africa: Partners in Crisis Response and Prevention
UNDP
Pooling knowledge and expertise Read more »
September 08
Kenya: Macadamia Nut Farming Boosts Kenya's Position As a Top Exporter, Agra Report
Capital FM
Kenya's investment in macadamia nuts has positioned the country as a leading exporter in the region despite regulatory and market challenges in the sector. Read more »
Uganda: Museveni Gives 50,000 Coffee Seedlings to Gomba, Ssembabule Farmers
Nile Post
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has given out 50,000 coffee seedlings to farmers in Gomba and Sembabule Districts. Read more »
Nigeria: N40,000 Bag of Rice - Further Subsidize Amount, Revisit Nin Condition, Others, CSOs Tell FG
Vanguard
AS food prices still remain high across the country, Civil Society Organizations, CSOs, Sunday, urged the Federal Government to further subsidize the N40,000 per 50kg bag of rice… Read more »
September 06
Nigeria: FG Flags Off Sale of Rice At N40,000 Per 50kg Bag to Nigerians
Vanguard
Amid squeezing hunger across the country, the Federal Government, Thursday, flagged off the sales of 30,000 metric tonnes of milled rice at N40,000 per 50kg bag to Nigerians as a… Read more »
Tanzania: Why Market Is Boon for Tanzania's Avocado Farmers
Daily News
TANZANIA'S avocado farmers are poised for a significant economic boost as China has authorised local companies to export avocados directly to its market worth slightly over 150… Read more »
Ethiopia: In-Depth - Farm or Fight: Farmers in Oromia's Horro Guduru Wollega Zone Struggle Against Forced Conscription Under Gachana Sirna
Addis Standard
Dechasa Gurmu (name altered for safety reasons) is a farmer living in the Guduru district of the Horro Guduru Wollega Zone, located in the Oromia region. Read more »
Tanzania: Tanzania's Food Security Plan Amid Predicted Vuli Rains Shortage
Daily News
DODOMA: As the Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA) has forecasted below-average short seasonal rains "Vuli" in many parts of the country, the government has announced measures… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Dispatches Food, Medical Supplies to Nyeri's Hillside Academy
Capital FM
The government has dispatched aid to Nyeri's Hillside Academy where 17 students lost their lives while some are still missing following the incident where in a tragic fire ravaged… Read more »
Nigeria: Food Insecurity Can Only Be Addressed Through Partnerships - Tinubu
Daily Trust
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has charged African leaders to reject protectionism as essential steps towards achieving security and stability, saying the challenges of food… Read more »
September 05
Somalia: Planting Hope - How an EU-Funded Agriculture Project Is Lifting Up Farmers in Somalia
WFP
Agriculture is gaining ground even in the driest parts of the traditionally pastoral East African country Read more »
Ethiopia: Ministry Boosts Fertilizer Supply With New Procurement System
Ethiopian Herald
Aims for greater agricultural productivity Read more »
Nigeria: Nigeria Must Tackle Malnutrition, Food Insecurity - Gates
Leadership
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has urged Nigerian leaders to prioritize tackling malnutrition and food insecurity as part of Nigeria's development agenda. Read more »
Nigeria: Bread Makers Reaffirm Commitment to Wholesome Products
This Day
Following the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) disassociation of itself from the rumour that bread makers are using unwholesome additives, the… Read more »
Nigeria: Katsina Govt Partners China, Orders for 400 Tractors, 4,000 Water Pumps
Daily Trust
The Katsina State Government has ordered the supply of 400 tractors and 4,000 agricultural water pumps from a Chinese company. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Tobacco Season Ends On High Note
The Herald
The 2024 tobacco auction marketing season ended on a high note last week with farmers earning an average price US$0,13 higher than that for contract farmers for every kilogramme… Read more »
September 04
Lesotho: Lesotho Receives UN Support for People Affected By Drought
OCHA
As Lesotho faces a worsening food security crisis, Reena Ghelani, the Assistant Secretary-General and Climate Crisis Coordinator for El Niño and La Niña, accompanied… Read more »
Africa: Africa's Urban Food Market Share Growing, New Report Shows
New Times
Africa's urban market, which currently accounts for more than 40 per cent of food produced on the continent, is growing and is mostly supplied by Micro, Small and Medium-sized… Read more »