The curtain fell on the Financing Agri-Food Systems Sustainably (FINAS) 2025 Summit in May, with speakers and participants calling for reforms in financing the agri-food systems sector.
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Editor’s NoteBreak the land barriers holding back women and young farmers in AfricaLand remains the most critical resource for wealth creation in Africa. It…
Closing the cold storage gap in horticulture
Prof Jane Ambuko–Lukhachi is a distinguished scientist, researcher and a trailblazer in the field of horticulture, whose work in postharvest management seeks to transform agricultural practices in Kenya and beyond.
CGIAR targets last mile with new regional hub in Kenya
The Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) has unveiled its new Regional East and Southern African Scaling Hub in Kenya, marking a significant step in ensuring that agricultural solutions reach and benefit farmers and other stakeholders throughout the continent.
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The African Union (AU) member states on January 13 this year adopted the Kampala Declaration, a strategy and action plan that seeks to transform the continent’s food systems and ensure food security in the next 10 years.
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Strategic, inclusive financing can propel Africa toward resilience and prosperity
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