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FAO in Africa

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News & updates from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, @FAO Regional Office for Africa. Follow @FAODG and @FAOAfricaADG.

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📅 16-22 Nov 2024 Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) is a growing threat to Africa's health, food security, and development. Join us as we champion the One Health approach and recognize Africa's progress in combatting AMR. Learn more 👉 bit.ly/3UQLdKo #WAAW2024

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🌍 Thrilled to open @CGIAR & @FAO’s Food & Agriculture Pavilion at #COP29, with @FAODG! We created this platform to share knowledge, showcase innovations, and create collaborations that drive real-world impact. I look forward to the conversations that will unfold here. ✨

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Highlighting the need for boosting the application of technology & innovation, @FAOEastAfrica chief @ZimudziFarayi stated that investing in digital agriculture to engage the #Youth would shape the future of agrifiood system in the subregion.

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Cocoa farming is making a comeback in Saint Lucia 🇱🇨, revitalizing the island’s agricultural sector and bringing new hope to farmers. With support from @FAO, the revival is boosting local livelihoods and sustainability. Read more 👉bit.ly/4drDfhe #SIDS #SIDSSolutions

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We are pleased to introduce this edition, highlighting the critical role of agriculture in shaping Angola's sustainable agrifood systems. Read it now 👉🏿 bit.ly/3O3O9zu #4betters

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Proud to share @FAO’s progress in transforming agrifood systems with Members. From scaling up emergency aid and investment to advancing sustainable practices and innovation, we’re making strides toward food security, climate resilience and sustainable development. #SDGs #4Betters

“Together, we can elevate FAO’s visibility and centrality on a global scale, preparing for the future by designing longer and doing concrete based on FAO’s mandate.” - @FAODG at the Joint Meeting of @FAO Programme and Finance Committees. Read more👉bit.ly/4hLYxJF

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Technology is improving the lives of farmers in Mozambique and increasing #FoodSecurity. Using an electronic voucher scheme sponsored by @FAO, farmers are managing their business in an efficient way leading to more profit, development and food availability.


Are you a designer, an educator, or passionate about #SoilHealth? This contest is for YOU! Join the #Soil Data & Information Book Contest and stand a chance to win BIG on #WorldSoilDay Learn more 👉 bit.ly/40BEkQP #GlobalSoilPartnership

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Empowering youth is essential to transforming #AgrifoodSystems for a sustainable future! At the @YouthConnektAf Summit, @FAO proudly supports young entrepreneurs driving #FoodSecurity and creating jobs for their peers. #YouthConnekt2024 #Jobs4Youth

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The journey of food to our tables generates costs that are not reflected in market prices. @FAO's #SOFA2024 report estimates that global agrifood systems generate about USD 12 trillion of environmental, social & health hidden costs. #TrueCostOfFood #TrueCostAccounting

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📢 Out now! @FAO's report The State of Food and Agriculture 2024 uncovers the #TrueCostOfFood in order to make agrifood systems more inclusive, resilient and sustainable. 📕 Read the report ➡️ bit.ly/4fjncne #SOFA2024 #TrueCostAccounting

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#HappeningNow | #Kinshasa 🇨🇩 Ouverture de la 17e Réunion de l'équipe multidisciplinaire @FAOAfriqueCent en présence de Mme la Première Ministre, Cheffe du gouvernement de la République Démocratique du Congo @SuminwaJudith @FAOAfrica @FAOAfricaADG @CEEAC_ECCAS #FAOSFCMDT17

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🇨🇲 #Cameroon, a model in agroforestry for sustainable cocoa production! 🍫 A delegation from Côte d'Ivoire visited #cocoa-producing areas and institutions to learn about agroforestry practices in Cameroon and reduce deforestation @EU_Partnershps➡️ bit.ly/4edGVUg

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📰Hot off the press: Consumer-oriented policies and investments are crucial to ensure food security At a recent @UN_CFS side event hosted by @Agrinatura @EU_Partnerships & @FAOInvest experts discussed this topic, learn more➡️ bit.ly/3YT3ZTT

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🌱🌳🌾🐂 C'est l'amorce d'une revanche du sol sur le sous-sol qui est en jeu dans le cadre de cette #MDT17SFC, affirme @SuminwaJudith, Première Ministre, Cheffe du gouvernement en République démocratique du Congo. @FAOAfrica @FAOAfricaADG @CEEAC_ECCAS

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Rural women are the custodians of our indigenous foods. 🌿 From agriculture to environmental protection, they lead the way toward a brighter future for all. @FAOAngola and @masfamu celebrated the National Rural Women’s Day at the Cazengo, Kwanza Norte in Angola. 🇦🇴 #4Betters


Humanity still has an opportunity to turn the tide on climate change by ensuring that all peatlands are wet by 2050. Here are just 5️⃣ benefits of wet peatlands

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Serving up your Monday with a slice of joy from @FAOMozambique! ☀

🎶📢Official music video released Come dance 🪩 with us with ‘Sowing dreams’ 🌱. The song created by Banda Kakana and @FAOMozambique, under the #EU-funded PROMOVE Agribiz project. #SowingDreams #Videoclip #DanceWithUs



Empowering African women in agricultural trade is essential. With better access to finance, women traders are breaking barriers, strengthening food security, and uplifting their communities. Read how @FAO is making this happen across Africa. 👉 bit.ly/40wTI0H

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A new programme will empower communities & smallholder organizations to lead restoration efforts in Africa in support of #AFR100. @FAO’s Ewald Ramesteiner explains ⬇️ #GenerationRestoration #ForestFarmFacility @NEPAD_Agency @WorldResources @giz_gmbh @BMZ_Climate @FAOAfrica


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