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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Africa Finance Corporation just secured $100 million from India's export bank to build critical infrastructure across the continent. This five-year partnership marks a growing bridge between Asia and Africa in funding roads, power plants, and industrial projects that drive economic growth.
West Africa is taking a major step toward food independence with a new international agriculture exhibition launching in Lagos next year. The event aims to connect cutting-edge farming technology with local farmers across a region that spends over $50 billion yearly on imported food.
After years of movement restrictions that hurt farmers' livelihoods, South Africa has lifted disease controls in KwaZulu-Natal as a massive nationwide vaccination campaign protects millions of animals. The shift marks a new chapter for agriculture: fewer restrictions, more prevention.
New satellite technology is mapping Africa's lakes, rivers, and dams in real-time, giving communities data to protect their water sources. Digital Earth Africa turns decades of space imagery into tools that help governments and researchers predict droughts and plan for the future.
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