Liberia's Cocoa Exports Surge By 54 Percent
New Dawn
Monrovia, May 22, 2026 -- Liberia's cocoa sector has experienced a remarkable surge in export performance, with exports rising by 54 percent between 2024 and 2025, according to the… Read more »
Africa Urged to Fix Logistics Gaps to Unlock Markets for Smallholder Farmers
Capital FM
Agricultural experts, lenders and corporate executives are calling for increased investment in rural logistics and transport systems across Africa, warning that weak infrastructure… Read more »
SA, Botswana Adopt Joint Action Plan to Tackle Fmd
SAnews.gov.za
The Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen, has welcomed the endorsement of a comprehensive 2026-2028 Action Plan between South Africa and Botswana, aimed at strengthening… Read more »
Why Agriculture Must Wear a New Face - Xtralarge Boss
Vanguard
The Group Managing Director of Xtralarge Farms and Resorts, has called for a radical transformation of Nigeria's agricultural sector, urging stakeholders to "re-adorn" farming and… Read more »
'Rubber Crisis Could Undermine Liberia's Industrial Future'
Liberian Observer
The former Minister of Education has warned that growing pressure on Liberia's rubber supply chain could undermine jobs, industrial expansion, and the country's long-term economic… Read more »
SA Citrus Sector Delivers Juicy Economic Boost, Overtaking Spain As World's Leading Exporter
Daily Maverick
South Africa's citrus sector, boosted by new technology and favourable conditions, has overtaken Spain as the top global exporter, promising growth despite rising agricultural… Read more »
Tea Board Defends New Export Levy Amid Industry Pushback
Capital FM
The Tea Board of Kenya has defended the newly introduced tea export levy, saying the charge will help finance market diversification, infrastructure development and value addition… Read more »
Kasapreko Opens Ghana IPO to Fund New Beverage Plant
Daba Finance
Kasapreko PLC has opened an initial public offering on the Ghana Stock Exchange, giving investors a chance to buy shares in one of the country's most known beverage companies. Read more »
Lascopa Raises Alarm Over Adulterated Palm Oil Across Lagos Markets
Vanguard
The Lagos State Consumer Protection Agency, LASCOPA, has raised concerns over the circulation of adulterated palm oil in Lagos markets following reports of contaminated products… Read more »
Regional Cooperation Key in Combating FMD
Botswana Daily News
There is need for stronger regional cooperation in order to combat the escalating Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) crisis affecting the Southern Africa region. Read more »
Kakuzi Bets On Diversification As Avocado Profits Nearly Double Amid Global Risks
Capital FM
Listed agribusiness firm Kakuzi is accelerating its global diversification strategy and expanding into higher-value export products as it seeks to cushion itself from rising… Read more »
Bunyoro MPs Pledge to Push University, Oil Jobs and Commercial Agriculture
Nile Post
Members of Parliament from the Bunyoro region who were sworn in this week have outlined their priorities for the new term, with a focus on operationalising Bunyoro University,… Read more »
Agriculture in Africa - Science and Research Can't Make an Impact Without Investment and Good Policies [analysis]
The Conversation Africa
Agriculture is the lifeblood of Africa. More than 60% of African households depend directly or indirectly on the land for their livelihoods. And the continent has nearly 60% of the… Read more »
Africa Forward Summit 2026 Declaration Prioritizes Agriculture and Health Systems
Capital FM
The Africa Forward Summit 2026 Declaration has outlined expanded commitments on agricultural transformation, food security, and resilient health systems as African and French… Read more »
Collaboration Boosts Irrigation Farming Among Rural Farmers
Daily News
STRONG collaboration between the government and development partners has significantly empowered farmers, particularly those in rural areas, to adopt productive irrigation farming… Read more »
