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AGRA - Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems.

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To catalyze and sustain inclusive agriculture transformation in Africa by increasing incomes and improving food security for 30 million smallholder households.

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Launch of the YOUTH AHEAD Report!

“The active involvement of young people in Africa's agrifood systems is essential for the continent's economic development & peace,” Joachim Von Braun, Professor ZEF & Co-Chair Malabo Montpellier Panel.

Read the full piece👉 shorturl.at/ghAX8

Launch of the YOUTH AHEAD Report! “The active involvement of young people in Africa's agrifood systems is essential for the continent's economic development & peace,” Joachim Von Braun, Professor @ZEFbonn & Co-Chair @MaMoPanel. Read the full piece👉 shorturl.at/ghAX8
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Globally, there’s a $1.7 trillion gap between the amount of capital women entrepreneurs need and the amount they get.

How do we fix this? A new whitepaper from Gates Foundation lays out three impactful solutions:

gatesfoundation.org/ideas/articles…

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5 DAYS TO GO!

Join this as some of the women leading the charge in agro-processing share their journeys and lessons learnt to encourage the many women venturing into the sector. The webinar will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, from 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm…

5 DAYS TO GO! Join this #VALUE4HER #TalkCorner as some of the women leading the charge in agro-processing share their journeys and lessons learnt to encourage the many women venturing into the sector. The webinar will be held on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, from 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm…
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SPEAKER ALERT!

Register to join VALUE4HER’s virtual and hear how Sabiha Rashid, Director and Co-Founder of ‘rosho, overcame challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic to set up one of Tanzania’s biggest cashew-based healthy snacking brand. We will be live on Tuesday,

SPEAKER ALERT! Register to join VALUE4HER’s virtual #TalkCorner and hear how Sabiha Rashid, Director and Co-Founder of ‘rosho, overcame challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic to set up one of Tanzania’s biggest cashew-based healthy snacking brand. We will be live on Tuesday,
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Food Systems |

Today, Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA, welcomed Richard Wilcox, Director of Partnerships at WFP, and Head of the Black Sea Grain Taskforce, for a fruitful discussion on collaboration. Together with Gloria Gabbard, Special Assistant to the…

Food Systems | #Collaborations Today, Dr. Agnes Kalibata, President of AGRA, welcomed Richard Wilcox, Director of Partnerships at WFP, and Head of the Black Sea Grain Taskforce, for a fruitful discussion on collaboration. Together with Gloria Gabbard, Special Assistant to the…
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Food Security Monitor |

Highlights from the Food Security Monitor March 2024

1. Despite challenges like El Niño-driven drought and food shortages Africa shows resilience in improving its food security.

2. Africa's grain market sees positive trends with a potential…

Food Security Monitor | #FoodSystems Highlights from the Food Security Monitor March 2024 1. Despite challenges like El Niño-driven drought and food shortages Africa shows resilience in improving its food security. 2. Africa's grain market sees positive trends with a potential…
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Food Systems |

Addressing Kenya's food security challenges requires a multifaceted approach. The AgriTech4Kenya Consultation Workshop is a pivotal platform bringing together stakeholders to foster collaboration and innovation in the agrifood sector. With a focus…

Food Systems | #AgriTech4Kenya Addressing Kenya's food security challenges requires a multifaceted approach. The AgriTech4Kenya Consultation Workshop is a pivotal platform bringing together stakeholders to foster collaboration and innovation in the agrifood sector. With a focus…
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Food Systems |

Shaping the future of agriculture in Kenya!
Nixon Gecheo's opening remarks at the AgriTech4Kenya Consultation Workshop & Launch today paved the way for meaningful dialogue on agri-food and climate-tech innovations. Embracing a participatory…

Food Systems | #AgriTech4Kenya Shaping the future of agriculture in Kenya! Nixon Gecheo's opening remarks at the AgriTech4Kenya Consultation Workshop & Launch today paved the way for meaningful dialogue on agri-food and climate-tech innovations. Embracing a participatory…
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1 WEEK TO GO!

Join this as some of the women leading the charge in agro-processing share their journeys and lessons learnt to encourage the many women venturing into the sector. The webinar will be held on Tuesday 23 April 2024 from 3:00
pm – 4:30 pm EAT.…

1 WEEK TO GO! Join this #VALUE4HER #TalkCorner as some of the women leading the charge in agro-processing share their journeys and lessons learnt to encourage the many women venturing into the sector. The webinar will be held on Tuesday 23 April 2024 from 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm EAT.…
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Join Dr. Asseta Diallo today from 3pm - 4pm (WAT), as she moderates a session titled 'Building soil fertility is a long-term endeavor that calls for collective investments'.

Register here - EN:buff.ly/3TVS2cq FR: buff.ly/3VKf5co,

This marks a significant…

Join Dr. @AssetaDiallo today from 3pm - 4pm (WAT), as she moderates a session titled 'Building soil fertility is a long-term endeavor that calls for collective investments'. Register here - EN:buff.ly/3TVS2cq FR: buff.ly/3VKf5co, This marks a significant…
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SPEAKER ALERT!

Register to join VALUE4HER’s virtual and hear how Monica Musonda’s journey of leadership & resilience has grown Java Foods into the leading independent instant noodle and fortified foods manufacturer in the larger Southern Africa region.

We will be…

SPEAKER ALERT! Register to join VALUE4HER’s virtual #TalkCorner and hear how Monica Musonda’s journey of leadership & resilience has grown Java Foods into the leading independent instant noodle and fortified foods manufacturer in the larger Southern Africa region. We will be…
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JOB | Associate Finance Officer – Financial Accounting (Payables) | AGRA - Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems. | Nairobi, KE | INGO | Degree in Accounting or Finance, or equivalent work experience; ACCA, CPA or similar | Entry-Mid Level | Open | agra.org/opportunity/as…

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along with research and new technologies from organizations like icipe, ILRI.org , World Agroforestry, and KALRO.

The CS emphasized the need to align all projects with the Government agenda and linking them to KIAMIS digital platform.

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The Swedish Ambassador to Kenya, H.E Carlo Viccini, along with the Head of Cooperations and Program Manager for Agriculture Livelihoods, paid a courtesy call to CS Hon.Mithika Linturi, EGH

The Swedish Ambassador to Kenya, H.E Carlo Viccini, along with the Head of Cooperations and Program Manager for Agriculture Livelihoods, paid a courtesy call to CS @mithika_Linturi
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The Ministry of Food and Agriculture, through the Tree Crop Development Authority, is set to host the 6TH International Council of Ministers' Conference on Cashew (CICC) and Cashew Fair 2024.This was announced by the Deputy CEO, Mr. Yaw Oteng at a press engagement at the Ministry

The Ministry of Food and Agriculture, through the Tree Crop Development Authority, is set to host the 6TH International Council of Ministers' Conference on Cashew (CICC) and Cashew Fair 2024.This was announced by the Deputy CEO, Mr. Yaw Oteng at a press engagement at the Ministry
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Agnes M. Kalibata(@Agnes_Kalibata) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Infrastructure continues to be the biggest binding constraint to using agriculture to reduce poverty for smallholder farmers in Africa. AGRA - Sustainably Growing Africa’s Food Systems., we discussed a partnership Millennium Challenge in Mozambique and Zambia to ensure that roads open up markets for rural and remote farmers.

Infrastructure continues to be the biggest binding constraint to using agriculture to reduce poverty for smallholder farmers in Africa. @AGRA_Africa, we discussed a partnership @MCCgov in Mozambique and Zambia to ensure that roads open up markets for rural and remote farmers.
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Agnes M. Kalibata(@Agnes_Kalibata) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Had a great week in Washgtn DC. Leaders across institutions met to discuss how to partner for stronger Food Systems in Africa. USAID Ass Admin Dina Esposito (she/her) &team discussed RUC supplmtl& impact on nutrition& inclusion plus how to support an impactful, food systems-led CAADP

Had a great week in Washgtn DC. Leaders across institutions met to discuss how to partner for stronger Food Systems in Africa. @USAID Ass Admin @DinaEsposito10 &team discussed RUC supplmtl& impact on nutrition& inclusion plus how to support an impactful, food systems-led CAADP
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MAAIF 🇺🇬(@MAAIF_Uganda) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Good news for flower exporters in Uganda as the United Kingdom suspends 8% duty on cut flowers from Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda and Tanzania.

As published via PML Daily.

Frank K Tumwebaze,MP: Isaiah 41: 11
Government Citizen Interaction Centre

Link: pmldaily.com/business/2024/…

Good news for flower exporters in Uganda as the United Kingdom suspends 8% duty on cut flowers from Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Rwanda and Tanzania. As published via @pmldailynews. @FrankTumwebazek @GCICUganda Link: pmldaily.com/business/2024/…
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Daniel Dzidzienyo(@dandzie) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Framing remarks by Dr. Simeon Ehui, Director General of IITA, Nigeria, at WACCI 3.0 stakeholder engagement meeting in Maryland, USA. His insights set the tone for impactful discussions on Funding African Centres of Excellence.

Framing remarks by Dr. Simeon Ehui, Director General of IITA, Nigeria, at WACCI 3.0 stakeholder engagement meeting in Maryland, USA. His insights set the tone for impactful discussions on Funding African Centres of Excellence. #WACCI #Agriculture #Transformation #Funding
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