Agriculture

Technology is proving to be a game-changer for diverse sectors in Nigeria, including agriculture. FarmSlate, a startup helping smallholder farmers access financing and markets, is at the forefront. …

Financial limitations continue to hold women back from starting and scaling successful businesses despite their being the backbone of many micro and small enterprises. Many African women cannot …

Dr. Sindy Zemura has dedicated her career to addressing the most pressing challenges faced by vulnerable women, children, and youth in Africa. Through the Southern Africa Embrace (SAE) …

Women in Nigeria face numerous challenges when venturing into entrepreneurship. According to statistics, women constitute 41% of Nigeria’s micro-business owners. Yet, they face disproportionate barriers like limited access …

Agriculture remains a cornerstone of Africa’s economy, but for millions of smallholder farmers, the threat of pests and diseases is a constant battle, jeopardising their livelihoods and food …

In Nigeria, agriculture employs around 70% of the population, yet the situation for smallholder farmers needs to be more encouraging. Many farmers work tirelessly under the scorching sun, …

Growing up on her family’s agricultural farm in Limuru, Kenya, Talash Huijbers often wondered why farmers, who are essential to the food supply chain, still face so many …

Isabelle Kamariza‘s crusade against nutrition insecurity began with a chance encounter. During her studies in Belgium, she witnessed food insecurity firsthand, but a visit to Kigali’s largest public …

In Kinshasa, a unique sight catches attention: women confidently driving pink taxis through the city’s busy streets. This is Ubizcabs, a high-end, women-run taxi service launched by Patricia …

Sierra Leone’s energy sector poses daily challenges for its people, with nearly 96.8% of the population relying on firewood or charcoal for cooking. This dependency is not without …