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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO): Regional Office for Africa
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Rwanda strengthens fight against antimicrobial resistance with Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) support

Using FAO antimicrobial resistance tools, Rwanda validates and publishes its updated National Action Plan to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR) for 2025–2029

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) poses a silent yet escalating threat to global health, food security, and sustainable development. The diminishing effectiveness of antimicrobial medicines against common infections in humans, animals, and plants jeopardizes our ability to treat diseases, protect livelihoods, and ensure safe food systems. Recognizing the urgency of this challenge,…

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO): Regional Office for Africa
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African cities pledge to strengthen efforts to combat climate challenges through urban forestry

The Johannesburg Declaration 2025 was issued on behalf of participants at the four-day forum, which was co-organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and partners

Urban forests and green spaces have a critical role to play in strengthening African cities against global climate challenges and in creating healthier, more inclusive, equitable and resilient communities, according to a declaration released following the 2nd African Forum on Urban Forests (AFUF). The Johannesburg Declaration 2025 was issued on behalf of participants…

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO): Regional Office for Africa
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Zimbabwe’s first-ever fisheries and aquaculture bill on the cards

FAO’s FISH4ACP programme supports development of this landmark legislation milestone

With support from the global aquatic value chain development programme FISH4ACP, Zimbabwe has made significant strides in enacting the first-ever Fisheries and Aquaculture bill. This landmark legislation is poised to revolutionize the country's fisheries and aquaculture sector. The development of the bill was coordinated by FISH4ACP, an initiative of the…

Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO): Regional Office for Africa
Source: Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO): Regional Office for Africa |

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and Zimbabwe team up to transform agriculture with innovative approach to sustainable agrifood systems

The journey of agricultural transformation in Zimbabwe represents more than just a national strategy – it's a blueprint for sustainable development that could offer valuable insights for agricultural systems worldwide

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations is supporting the transformation of Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector, setting a bold vision for food security and economic resilience by 2030. The ambitious strategy combines government commitment, international support, and innovative approaches to address the complex challenges facing the nation's food systems.…

FAO Regional Office for Africa
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Zimbabwe, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) collaborate to combat Antimicrobial resistance

The fight against AMR is not just a medical challenge, but a comprehensive societal effort that demands commitment, education, and innovative partnerships

Zimbabwe is taking a holistic stance against the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), with the government of Zimbabwe emphasizing the critical need for a unified, multi-sectoral approach to address this complex challenge. Speaking at a recent high-level meeting organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) during…

FAO Regional Office for Africa
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Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) exhibits at the 2025 Zimbabwe International Trade Fair

Through participation at the ZITF, FAO will offer in-depth discussions and interactive sessions that align with the core mandate of FAO in Zimbabwe in alignment with national agrifood systems priorities

The Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) is one of the largest inter-regional annual trade fairs in sub-Saharan Africa. The ZITF provides governments, private sector, development partners, research, academia and the public a multi-international expo platform for trade exchange opportunities in the region. Themed, "Industrialisation: Crafting an Integrated Economic Landscape," this 65th blue sapphire…

FAO Regional Office for Africa
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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), European Union (EU) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) launch EUR 10 million initiative to accelerate the implementation of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Regional Agricultural Policy

Launch signals stronger commitment to regional agricultural transformation in Southern Africa

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in partnership with the Southern African Development Community (SADC), has launched the second phase of the European Union (EU)-funded project Support Towards the Operationalization of the SADC Regional Agricultural Policy (STOSAR II). The launch, held in Gaborone, Botswana, marked a…

FAO Regional Office for Africa
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Empowering Zimbabwe's drylands: how the Dryland Sustainable Landscapes Impact Program (DSL-IP) project is transforming lives

The integration of renewable energy solutions at the Community Seed Bank, such as the solar-powered borehole that supplies clean and safe water to the farmer field school, nursery, livestock and about 296 households (2072 people) in the community is a testament to the project's commitment to environmental sustainability

In Zimbabwe's drylands, a remarkable transformation is underway, thanks to the GEF-7 Dryland Sustainable Landscapes Impact Program (DSL-IP). Supported by the Global Environment Facility (GEF), this collaborative initiative is empowering local communities to achieve the "four betters" outlined by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO): better…

FAO Regional Office for Africa
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The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) supports Ghana’s Tree for Life Reforestation Initiative at national launch

Marking International Day of Forests, Ghana takes bold steps toward restoring degraded landscapes

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has reaffirmed its commitment to sustainable forest management and ecosystem restoration by participating in the national launch of Ghana’s Tree for Life Reforestation Initiative. The event, held at Kuffour Park in Nkawie, Ashanti Region, was led by His Excellency the…

FAO Regional Office for Africa
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Support from the United Kingdom enables Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) to scale up pest monitoring and improve food security in Africa

Annually, pests cause between 30 to 60 percent of crop losses in Africa, resulting in an economic cost of about USD 65.58 billion

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has welcomed a contribution of nearly USD 1.2 million (£ 950 000) from the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland which will support the implementation of the Africa Phytosanitary Programme (APP).   APP is an initiative of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) and…