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FAO Regional Conference for Africa concludes with strong commitments toward agrifood system transformation by Emmanuel Chilamphuma The 33rd Session of the FAO Regional Conference for Africa has concluded with a strong ministerial declaration that calls for greater support to

African Union Unveils Ten-Year Plan to Transform Agri-Food Systems and Boost Food Security - https://lnkd.in/grvCH4hQ - The African Union (AU) has unveiled a new agricultural development strategy to boost agri-food output by 45 percent by 2035, transforming the continent's food systems. This decision was made during the AU Extraordinary Summit on the Post-Malabo Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) in Kampala, Uganda. The summit endorsed the 10-year

African Union Unveils Ten-Year Plan to Transform Agri-Food Systems and Boost Food Security - https://lnkd.in/grQ7wt-F - The African Union (AU) has unveiled a new agricultural development strategy to boost agri-food output by 45 percent by 2035, transforming the continent's food systems. This decision was made during the AU Extraordinary Summit on the Post-Malabo Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) in Kampala, Uganda. The summit endorsed the 10-year

The African Union adopts ten-year strategy and action plan to transform Africa's agri-food systems and ensure food security. The African Union (AU), has adopted a new agricultural development strategy that will see the continent increase its agrifood output by 45 percent by 2035 and transform its agri-food systems as part of its new plan to become food secure in a decade. This is after the African Union Extraordinary Summit on the Post-Malabo Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) held in Kampala, Uganda, adopted the 10-year CAADP Strategy and Action Plan, and the Kampala CAADP Declaration on Building Resilient and Sustainable Agrifood Systems in Africa, which will be implemented from 2026 to 2035. In the Kampala declaration, the 55 AU member states set forth six commitments that should transform and strengthen the agri-food system on the continent. The African Union heads of state and government noted that Africa’s population is projected to reach 2.5 billion people by 2050, while the global population is expected to reach 9.8 billion people. They appreciated the challenges this will pose for food demand, and therefore the need for significant increases in agricultural production, productivity, food processing, and trade. In this regard, they committed to intensify sustainable food production, agro-industrialization, and trade. Read more at https://lnkd.in/edNpRKJj

Africa Moves Toward Food Security with New Agricultural Strategy The African Union has taken a significant step toward securing food security by adopting a new agricultural development strategy to transform Africa’s agrifood systems. The strategy, part of the Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP), seeks to increase agrifood output by 45% by 2035. As part of this effort, AU member states endorsed the 10-year CAADP Strategy and Action Plan alongside the Kampala Declaration on Building Resilient and Sustainable Agrifood Systems in Africa. The Kampala Declaration outlines six key commitments by the AU’s 55 member states to strengthen Africa’s agri-food systems. Leaders emphasized the urgency of increasing agricultural production and trade, citing Africa’s projected population growth to 2.5 billion by 2050 and the global population’s rise to 9.8 billion. AU heads of state pledged to intensify sustainable food production, agro-industrialization, and trade to address rising food demands. The strategy targets a 50% reduction in post-harvest losses, a tripling of intra-African trade in agrifood products and inputs by 2035, and an increase in the share of locally processed food to 35% of agrifood GDP, according to the AU. https://lnkd.in/ddFDNBFr #CAADPKampala2025 #Africa

The African Union adopts ten-year strategy and action plan to transform Africa's agri-food systems and ensure food security. The African Union (AU), has adopted a new agricultural development strategy that will see the continent increase its agrifood output by 45 percent by 2035 and transform its agri-food systems as part of its new plan to become food secure in a decade. This is after the African Union Extraordinary Summit on the Post-Malabo Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) held in Kampala, Uganda, adopted the 10-year CAADP Strategy and Action Plan, and the Kampala CAADP Declaration on Building Resilient and Sustainable Agrifood Systems in Africa, which will be implemented from 2026 to 2035. In the Kampala declaration, the 55 AU member states set forth six commitments that should transform and strengthen the agri-food system on the continent. The African Union heads of state and government noted that Africa’s population is projected to reach 2.5 billion people by 2050, while the global population is expected to reach 9.8 billion people. They appreciated the challenges this will pose for food demand, and therefore the need for significant increases in agricultural production, productivity, food processing, and trade. In this regard, they committed to intensify sustainable food production, agro-industrialization, and trade. Read more at https://lnkd.in/etjXNu8w

AFSA’S STATEMENT ON THE CAADP STRATEGY AND ACTION PLAN (2026–2035) AND THE KAMPALA DECLARATION   AFSA Demands Action to Bridge the Gaps in CAADP and Build a Just and resilient Food System   The Extraordinary Summit of the African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government, held in Kampala, Uganda, from January 9th to 11th, 2025, marked a historic moment with the adoption of the CAADP Strategy and Action Plan (2026–2035) and the Kampala Declaration. These documents outline a comprehensive framework aimed at transforming Africa’s agrifood systems, with commendable emphasis on inclusivity, sustainability, and resilience. We at the Alliance for Food Sovereignty in Africa (AFSA), the largest civil society movement advocating for food sovereignty on the continent, recognize the effort reflected in the adoption of these documents. The inclusion of elements such as sustainable agricultural practices, the circular economy, and equitable access to resources demonstrates an encouraging commitment to inclusivity and equity. Similarly, the focus on empowering women and youth, reducing yield gaps, and fostering multi-stakeholder coordination is a step in the right direction for Africa’s agrifood systems. However, despite these positive steps, AFSA, along with smallholder farmers and civil society organizations across Africa, remains profoundly concerned about critical gaps in the CAADP Strategy and Kampala Declaration. These gaps risk undermining the bold demands and aspirations of millions of smallholder farmers, agroecology advocates, and civil society organizations. Read the Full Statement Here https://lnkd.in/gQXPvAC5

By creating an enabling environment for agricultural growth, policymakers can stimulate rural economic development, create employment opportunities, and ensure sustainable food production for future generations. #Angola #foodsecurity #Agriculturaldevelopment #sustainablefuture

Angola's Minister of Finance, Vera Davos, highlighted the food security crisis at the IMF spring meetings and called for a boost in domestic production. During an interview with the Lusa news agency, the Minister of Finance, Vera Davos, said: "Food security is the fundamental pillar of Angola. We are very concerned about food security, not only because we understand that the great source of pressure on prices and social indicators - from the point of view of access to what is basic, which is food - is directly related to our internal production capacity, we import too much and export too little. This imbalance causes a lot of stress when on the product side, which is our main source of exports, we have a lower performance in production or price than expected, so there is less currency to pay for food and we have to import. This is reflected in the supply, it is reflected in the price, it is reflected in the living conditions of the population". So, how can #Angola avoid this risky cycle? According to Vera Davos, the solution lies in the development of family farming and corporate agriculture. Prioritizing these sectors will enable the country to close the gap. Based on our experience in Angola, part of Mitrelli's food security division, we strongly believe that prioritizing agricultural development will undoubtedly promote food security. In our collaborative project with Agricultiva, we have witnessed a 30% increase in yield in 2023 compared to 2022. Samba Caju farm, is an initiative developed in partnership with the Angolan government, and is supported by Owini's advanced irrigation system and water dam. It produced over 14 thousand tons of corn and soybeans in 2022-2023, cultivating 1,850 hectares of land. Samba Caju is instrumental in sustaining and fulfilling national demand and consumption needs. Read more here >> https://lnkd.in/g6pbWcai Credits to our Lukoki Baptista #WaterSolution #IrrigationSystems #Mitrelli #Impact #FoodSecurity

As we reflect on the state of food production in Africa, I am reminded of a recent call to action by an agriculture expert, Mr. Titilayo Adebanjo, who urged the government to revive the 'Operation Feed the Nation' initiative. This movement, which was first introduced in the 1970s, aimed to increase food production and reduce reliance on imports, ultimately leading to a more food-secure nation. The revival of such a program could have a significant impact on the agricultural sector, allowing small-scale farmers to contribute meaningfully to the national food supply. What are your thoughts on this initiative, and how can we, as a collective, support the growth of local agriculture, reducing our reliance on imported goods and fostering a more sustainable food system? #abutispinach #Agvocate #AgroDiplomacy 🌾🌱👨🌾