Agriculture

The dilemma of overly strict legislation: Why crop-specific bills won’t suffice in protecting farmers

Agriculture is said to be the backbone of the country’s economy as a significant portion of the population relies on it to sustain themselves. Suppose this statement is to be given more credence. In that case, the recent legislative efforts in the country, such as the Mung Beans Bill, 2024, sponsored by Senator Enoch Wambua […]...

19 May 2024

Kenya’s 15 billion tree campaign: A crucial step in the fight against climate change

Kenya, a nation known for its stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity, is increasingly feeling the heat of climate change. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and severe droughts are no lo...

9 May 2024

Seeds of change: Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit ignites a new chapter in agricultural prosperity

In a landmark gathering, the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit convened from May 7 to 9, 2024, at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi. The event marked a turning poin...

9 May 2024

Government faces backlash over response to flood crisis as multisectoral emergency efforts are mounted.

The prolonged heavy rainfall has impacted nearly the entire country, leading to widespread flooding, triggering landslides, and resulting in a growing number of casualties and significant damage. Th...

21 Apr 2024

Kenya-US STIP negotiations: Ruto’s upcoming US visit sets the stage for key bilateral trade agreements.

In the first two weeks of April 2024, Kenya held another negotiation round on the US-Kenya Strategic Trade and Investment Partnership (STIP). Assistant United States Trade Representative (USTR)...

16 Feb 2024

CBK agriculture survey: Sector shows resilience, expects price decline despite challenges.

The Central Bank of Kenya released the Agriculture Sector Survey for January 2024, highlighting the sector’s significant contribution to the country’s economy. Accounting for an estimate...

8 Dec 2023

Urgent action, bold leadership, and global commitments key to accelerating Africa’s climate wins

Climate change stands as a threat to the foundations of our global food systems. Today, soaring temperatures, shifting weather patterns, and extreme weather are adversely affecting our ability to feed...

7 Dec 2023

COP28 should prioritise harnessing AI and agricultural technology for sustainable farming

Around one-third of global greenhouse gas emissions result from food production, distribution and consumption — meaning that any attempt to meet the terms set out in the Paris Agreement has to add...

30 Oct 2023

We must recognise the empowering role of women in transforming food systems

Key facts There are about 2.1 million rural women, a quarter of the world’s population Women make up 43% of the world’s agricultural workforce, with 50% of them concentrated in Eastern and South...

3 Oct 2023

Celebrating the Future Architects of Africa’s Food Systems

In the heart of Africa, a vibrant and dynamic force pulses – the youth. Known for their resilience to recurrent crises across the globe, Africa’s youth are emerging triumphant, driven by their zea...

25 Sep 2023

Assessing the present and shaping the future of Africa’s food systems

A conversation with Dr. John M. Ulimwengu, a Senior Research Fellow at the International Food Policy Research Institute’s (IFPRI) Development Strategies and Governance Unit. Dr Ulimwengu is curr...