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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO): Regional Office for Africa
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International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Conduct First Atoms4Food Assessment Mission to Burkina Faso

The mission assessed how nuclear and related technologies are being used to address challenges in enhancing crop production, improving soil quality and in animal production and health, as well as human nutrition

In a critical step toward addressing food insecurity in West Africa, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations have launched their first joint Atoms4Food Initiative Assessment Mission in Burkina Faso.  This mission aims to identify key gaps and opportunities for…

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    • Zimbabwe makes strides in reducing antimicrobial use in poultry with FAO support. Image credits: FAO/ Donald Chidoori
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Zimbabwe makes strides in reducing antimicrobial use in poultry with FAO support

This hands-on, participatory method equips farmers with the knowledge and skills to enhance biosecurity, prevent diseases, and ultimately reduce their reliance on antimicrobials

Zimbabwe is making significant progress in combating antimicrobial resistance (AMR) within its poultry sector, thanks to a collaborative effort between the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Government of Zimbabwe. Through a Multi-Partner Trust Fund (MPTF) supported project and the Fleming Fund global project, the…

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    • Amandla Tilawo Farmer Field School. Ward 3, Kariba District, Zimbabwe (Image credits: FAO/ Obert Maminimini)
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Empowering voices, cultivating resilience: Farmer Field Schools transform lives in Zimbabwe’s Sebungwe Landscape

Through participatory processes involving over 240 farmers, seven climate-smart value chains were identified and analyzed: goats, cattle, indigenous chickens, sorghum, fish, sesame, and chilies

In Zimbabwe’s Kariba District, a quiet transformation is taking place driven by knowledge, inclusion, and resilience. Supported by the Embassy of Ireland through UNDP and led by FAO in partnership with the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, the ZRBF 2 bridging fund project “Resilience Building in…

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    • Some of the cattle exhibited at the field day (Image credits: FAO/Kebabonye Morewagae)
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Adopting sustainable farming practices to strengthen the beef sector in Botswana

Nata-Gweta block beef producers association hosts farmer field day

The Nata-Gweta Block Beef Producers have been urged to invest in compliance, certification, and quality assurance frameworks that meet both regional and international standards. This would enable them to take advantage of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), which presents significant opportunities for Botswana’s beef sector and the livelihoods…

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    • Tako Taapi FFS, Ward 4, Kariba members making Bokashi (fermented compost)
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Young Agricultural Extension Officer leads change in Zimbabwe’s Sebungwe Landscape

Trained under the FAO-led Farmer Field School initiative, Simbarashe Kashiri is part of a new wave of extension officers empowering communities through climate-smart agriculture and participatory learning in Kariba District

In Zimbabwe’s Kariba District, a quiet transformation is taking place; driven by knowledge, inclusion, and resilience. Under the ZRBF 2 bridging fund project, “Resilience Building in the Sebungwe Landscape”, supported by the Embassy of Ireland through UNDP and implemented by FAO in collaboration with the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries,…

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    • Participants of the peer review meeting on FAO South Sudan’s resilience report gather for a group photo following a day of rich dialogue, technical exchange, and collaborative learning – Juba, 9 May 2025.
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Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) South Sudan Hosts Peer Review Meeting on Resilience Interventions in Seed Systems

Peer review validates findings on the effectiveness of FAO’s seed-system investments across five states

FAO South Sudan convened a peer review meeting to validate findings on the effectiveness of its seed system investments across five states in the country. Held on 9 May 2025, the event was geared to assess and strengthen the draft report “Assessing the Effectiveness of Resilience Interventions Through Investments in…

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    • Ethiopia Secures Global Laboratory Accreditation to Boost Animal Products, and Inputs Quality and Safety
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Ethiopia Secures Global Laboratory Accreditation to Boost Animal Products, and Inputs Quality and Safety

FAO Ethiopia supported the development of regulatory frameworks and laboratory capacities

In a major stride towards enhancing public health and regional trade, the Animal Products and Inputs Quality Testing Center (APIQTC) under the Ethiopian Agricultural Authority (EAA) has officially earned ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation. This international certification, awarded on 25 April 2025 during a high-level event at Haile Grand Hotel in Addis…

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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,…

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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…

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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…