Smart Agriculture in Africa: Technology-Driven Farming for Food Security As Africa’s population approaches 2.5 billion by 2050, the continent faces massive pressure on food production and arable land. To meet this growing demand, countries are shifting from traditional farming to smart agriculture—a modern, technology-based approach that improves yields, reduces waste, and supports food security in […]
In a continent as rich in diversity as Africa, food is more than sustenance—it’s culture, history, and opportunity. At the heart of this story are African Food Education Programs, designed to preserve traditional food practices while equipping communities with the tools they need to thrive in a changing world. These programs are not just about […]
Food security, defined as consistent physical, social, and economic access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food for an active and healthy life, is intrinsically linked to human development. Factors such as productivity, nutrition, resilience, and empowerment play mediating roles, all while facing significant challenges from environmental degradation and, most urgently, climate change. Africa is currently […]
NEW YORK, July 22, 2024 – In a major step toward advancing agricultural development in Africa, Michigan State University’s (MSU) College of Agriculture and Natural Resources (CANR) has signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to collaborate with African Food Security (AFS), a rising agri-development company based in Cameroon. The goal is to explore innovative ways […]
Last week, I had the privilege of attending a climate finance roundtable in London, hosted by the British Commonwealth Secretariat and Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation. It was an insightful gathering that touched on several urgent issues, especially African food security in today’s changing climate. One of the key themes that stood […]
Africa is at the brink of a food revolution. A shift is underway—from farming to survive to farming that builds food security and economic independence. Across the continent, innovative strategies are replacing outdated models, and one name that continues to stand out in this transformation is Alan Kessler, a visionary leader behind some of the […]
