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Driving Change: Diaspora Investments, Urban Farming, and Tourism Growth in Africa Business Africa

At COP16 in Riyadh, the Malian diaspora demonstrated how innovative investments, like those by Ciwara Capital, are revolutionizing agriculture and building climate resilience in Mali. By leveraging ...
The Conversation

Urban food gardens produce more than vegetables, they create bonds for young Capetonians – study

Urban agriculture takes many forms, among them community, school or rooftop gardens, commercial urban farms, and hydroponic or aquaponic systems. These activities have been shown to promote ...
The Nation Newspaper

Can urban farming contribute meaningfully to Nigeria’s food security?

Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, faces a complex web of food security challenges. Soaring food inflation, exacerbated by climate extremes, persistent insecurity in food-producing regions, and ...
ArchDaily

Urban Farming: A Sustainable Pathway Out of Nigeria’s Unfolding Food Crisis

A recent report from Nigeria’s Ministry of Agriculture predicts that at least 31.5 million citizens may experience a food and nutrition crisis between June and August of this year. This alarming data ...
International Rescue Committee

The IRC supports communities in the U.S., Central Africa, and Pakistan with sustainable solutions to climate change

April 19, 2023 — The International Rescue Committee (IRC) recognizes the critical role that the environment plays in supporting thriving communities. Earth Day highlights the urgent need to protect ...