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Today, the AFS Forum - Africa Food System Forum 2024, that is slated to be held in September 20204, will be launched officially this afternoon. This forum is the world's premier forum for African agriculture and food systems, bringing together stakeholders to take practical action and share lessons that will move African food systems forward. But why is it urgent for us to work together to transform the Africa food systems? #africa #foodsystemtransformation #IBMA2024 #foodsystems

In a powerful talkshow aired on STEP FM in Mbale City, Christine Okot from Gulu district and Masudio Margaret from Adjumani district delivered a stirring message on behalf of small-scale farmers in Uganda. The discussion revolved around food sovereignty, environmental degradation, and the urgent need for systemic transformation in agriculture. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dDbkuwcA #FoodSovereignty #EnvironmentalJustice #FundAgroecology

Kenya just launched it's National Agroecology Strategy for Food System transformation 2024-2032. This aims at ensuring food security, climate resilience, and social inclusion for all Kenyans. By embracing agroecological principles, Kenya aims to foster sustainable and resilient agricultural practices to boost productivity, protect our environment and improve the livelihoods of Kenyan farmers. Watch my thoughts on youtube through the following link. https://lnkd.in/d9pqhYnE

Africa’s food systems face multiple shocks and stressors, hence the need to embrace resilience and inclusivity in implementing the Post-Malabo Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP). https://bit.ly/3y5zIXp

"Agrifood systems provide 62% of the livelihoods in Africa, we have the market, we have the biodiversity as well as the capital and legacy with farmers and teachers that can sustain a resilient food system - we have all the ingredients for Africa to feed itself and contribute to global food security" Maria Helena Semedo #AFSForum2024 #InnovateAccelerateScale

🌍 #PressRelease: Addressing Soil Health in Uganda The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), the CGIAR Initiative on NEXUS Gains, and Uganda’s National Agricultural Research Organization (NARO) are tackling soil degradation in #Uganda. This new long-term survey examines gendered constraints in soil health management, aiming to improve agricultural productivity and food security. Key survey focus: Understanding tenure security and decision-making in soil health Analyzing soil health differences between women- and men-managed plots Collecting data on women’s agency and land rights. This initiative supports the Nairobi Declaration on Fertilizer and Soil Health, Africa's Fertilizer and Soil Health Action Plan, and the UNCCD's goals for sustainable land management. 🌱 Find out more 👉: https://bit.ly/3DevE96 #WorldSoilDay #SoilHealth #SustainableAgriculture #GenderEquality International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI); Claudia Ringler; National Agricultural Research Organisation - NARO; Evgeniya Anisimova; Kaizzi Kayuki 

For us at Agricultiva, Mitrelli's food security sector, Africa Day is another opportunity to reflect on our collective journey and the strides we are making toward securing food sufficiency on the continent. Food security remains a cornerstone of sustainable development in Africa, a region blessed with vast agricultural potential yet challenged by various barriers. On this day we reaffirm our commitment to utilizing innovative agricultural practices and technologies to overcome these challenges. By promoting sustainable farming methods, improving supply chain efficiencies, and fostering regional collaborations, we can ensure access to sufficient and nutritious food. We wish you a happy Africa Day and encourage everyone to join the efforts towards achieving food security and promoting sustainable agriculture. #AfricaDay #FoodSecurity #SustainableAgriculture

Africa is currently faced with food insecurity that is worsened by climate change. Soil health is a critical aspect of agriculture that should be highly prioritised. After all, the land has to be healthy in order for it to adequately feed people. It is now more important than ever to invest in optimal soil health through capacitation programmes and other interventions such as data collection and research, which are both crucial in guiding policy improvement.  Agriculture is the backbone of our societies - we need food to keep alive and not just any food, but fresh nutrient-dense organic food that is healthy (gives all the required nutrients and vitamins).  Empowering farmers and all other agriculture stakeholders will go a long way towards bolstering Africa's agriculture sector.  In this article I look at a noble intervention by AUD-NEPAD and Norway government (through its development agency NORAD), who have invested millions into Africa' soil health ventures.  https://lnkd.in/d5CWpwaM #TheAfricaWeWant #ImpactfulMedia#AUMediaFellowship#Insightful

Kicking Hunger Out of Africa: Cohuger Africa recognizes that access to nutritious food is a fundamental human right. Through partnerships with local communities and stakeholders, the organization implements sustainable agriculture projects that empower communities to grow their own food. Cohuger Africa provides training, resources, and support to farmers, promoting environmentally-friendly practices and enhancing agricultural productivity. By fostering food self-sufficiency, Cohuger Africa helps to alleviate hunger and improve nutrition across Africa.

'At the heart of our discussions on soil health, we must ensure that the well-being of the farmers, who benefit from soil health, is taken into consideration', Dr Manyewu Mutamba, Senior Programme Officer, Food Security, representing our Director of Agriculture, Food Security and Environmental Sustainability at the Yara International side-event during the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit #AFSH24 #Agenda2063