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Senegal's agriculture minister called Morocco a model for the continent after visiting farms and agro-industries that are transforming how African nations think about food security. The partnership could help Senegal cut its $1.6 billion annual food import bill.
Italian table grapes are heading to South African markets for the first time, thanks to a new trade agreement that strengthens agricultural ties between the two nations. The deal opens doors for more partnerships built on shared farming traditions and complementary growing seasons.
A major business leader is calling for unity across Africa, pushing back against rising anti-immigrant sentiment in South Africa. Mcebisi Jonas says blaming foreigners distracts from real solutions to economic challenges.
Agricultural technology is transforming farming across Africa, with precision irrigation systems and new farming techniques helping farmers boost productivity. Events like Agritec Africa 2026 are connecting African farmers with global innovations that could reshape the continent's agricultural future.
South Africa and Italy are joining forces to revolutionize agriculture through sustainable technology and food processing innovation. The partnership aims to create jobs, boost food security, and help both nations produce more using fewer resources.
A groundbreaking venture festival born from a mountain run conversation is bringing together 100 startups, 50 investors, and top African universities to transform the continent's innovation ecosystem. SWEAT Africa launches next month in South Africa's wine country with one bold mission: prove African founders don't need to leave home to access world-class support.
The Technology Innovation Agency highlighted breakthrough water solutions at University of Johannesburg's Africa Day celebration. The event brought together innovators solving Africa's water challenges through science and collaboration.
Ethiopia has achieved wheat self-sufficiency and started exporting surplus, offering a blueprint for climate-resilient agriculture across Africa. The country's irrigated wheat scheme proves the continent can break free from import dependence.
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South Africa's agricultural sector defied foot-and-mouth disease and flooding to achieve 3.9% growth in early 2026, driven by a record 21.1 million tonne harvest. Farmers are proving resilient as affordable feed costs boost poultry production and exports surge 11%.
South Africa and Italy just signed a groundbreaking agriculture deal that could transform how both countries grow food, fight climate threats, and create rural jobs. The partnership promises to bring Italian food processing expertise to Africa while opening new markets for farmers on both continents.
After a decade of rising food insecurity, Africa just recorded its first continent-wide improvement. 8.6 million fewer people faced food uncertainty in 2025, proving that long-term investments in agriculture and infrastructure actually work.
A groundbreaking pan-African campaign is showcasing the continent's momentum with proof that Africa has already arrived on the global stage. Entrepreneurs, creators, and innovators are inviting the world to catch up.
South Africa just became the world's top citrus exporter, shipping a record 2.9 million tons of fruit and surpassing Spain for the first time in history. The milestone celebrates decades of agricultural innovation and positions the country as a rising star in global food trade.
South Africa is tackling one of its worst disease outbreaks with an ambitious plan to vaccinate 14 million cattle over the next year. The massive campaign aims to protect farmers' livelihoods and restore the country's position as a major agricultural exporter.
South Africa has overtaken Spain to become the world's largest citrus exporter by volume, shipping 2.9 million tons in 2025. The milestone celebrates decades of agricultural excellence and positions the nation as a key player in global food security.
Google just opened Africa's first applied AI lab in South Africa, betting big that the continent will become a producer of world-class AI innovation. The tech giant is shifting from just expanding internet access to building a complete AI economy across Africa.
The University of Ghana School of Law has claimed the top spot in West Africa and sixth place across Africa in the 2025 Times Higher Education rankings. It's the only Ghanaian law school to make the global list, competing against 425 universities worldwide.
Two university students from Malawi just took gold at a continental agricultural innovation contest, proving youth-led solutions can tackle Africa's food security challenges. Their project, HopeSeed AgroLink, impressed judges by combining cutting-edge science with real impact for smallholder farmers.
Dutch farmers, scientists, and policymakers just spent a week in South Africa building partnerships to scale regenerative agriculture across the continent. The collaboration tackles everything from soil health to securing financing for farmers ready to go green.
As South Africa phases out coal by 2050, researchers have found a way to transform old mines and power plants into renewable energy centers and agricultural training grounds. This breakthrough could save over 100,000 jobs while cleaning up the environment.
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