The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), in collaboration with the Government of Ghana and key partners, is strengthening climate resilience in the Upper East and Savannah Regions by enhancing Early Warning Systems (EWS) and Anticipatory Action (AA) mechanisms. FAO views multi-hazard early warning systems and anticipatory action as essential for resilient… [Read More]
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Zimbabwe Launches STOSAR II Project to Enhance Agriculture and Market Access
The Government of Zimbabwe, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secretariat, and the European Union (EU), has officially launched the second phase of the Support Towards the Operationalization of the SADC Regional Agricultural Policy (STOSAR II) project. Building on the successes of… [Read More]
FAO Study Highlights Critical Agricultural Land Degradation Across the Arab Region
A recent study by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has highlighted alarming levels of agricultural land degradation in the Arab region. The report reveals that over 46 million hectares of agricultural land—representing two-thirds of the 70 million hectares affected by human-induced degradation—are at risk. Cropland in particular is highly vulnerable,… [Read More]
Lesotho Strengthens One Health Collaboration Through National Bridging Workshop
Lesotho has taken significant steps to strengthen coordination between human, animal, and environmental health sectors through a three-day National Bridging Workshop held in Maseru District. The workshop, organized by the Ministries of Health, Agriculture and Food Security, and Environment in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO), the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and the… [Read More]
Building Digital Skills to Empower Rural Communities in Albania
A new UN-led initiative is transforming Albania’s rural economy by equipping the workforce with digital skills to enhance agriculture, create decent jobs, and support the country’s EU accession goals. The “Digital Agriculture and Rural Transformation” (DART) programme, implemented jointly by the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), the International Labour Organization (ILO), and the International Telecommunication… [Read More]
FAO and UNIVEN Partner to Build Climate-Smart, Resilient Agrifood Systems
The University of Venda (UNIVEN) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have established a results-driven partnership aimed at enhancing food security, climate resilience, and sustainable rural livelihoods in Limpopo and the surrounding region. The collaboration focuses on translating academic research into practical solutions for farmers and youth, ensuring that teaching,… [Read More]
IFAD and Vanuatu Partner on $11M Project to Boost Nutrition and Food Security for Rural Families
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Government of Vanuatu have launched a US$11 million partnership to improve food security and nutrition for more than 15,000 people in one of the world’s most climate-vulnerable countries. The Agricultural Investment for Markets and Nutrition (AIM-N) initiative will build on traditional farming systems to help families… [Read More]
North Kalimantan Launches Joint Inspection Team to Improve Fishing Sector Labour Standards
The Provincial Government of North Kalimantan, Indonesia, in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO), launched a Joint Inspection Team for Labour Norms onboard fishing vessels on September 9, 2025, in Tarakan City. The event, presided over by Governor Zainal Arifin Paliwang and represented by his expert staff, marks a key step toward improving labour… [Read More]
Fiji Launches Agribusiness Incubation Center with EU Support to Boost Farming Innovation
Fiji has marked an important milestone in its economic development with the official launch of its first Agribusiness Incubation (ABI) Center. Designed as a hub for entrepreneurs, the center will provide critical support to Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the agricultural sector. It will offer business development services, training, mentorship, and improved access… [Read More]
Ireland Contributes €200,000 to Promote Safe and Inclusive Trade in Developing Nations
Ireland has announced a contribution of EUR 200,000 (approximately CHF 187,400) to the Standards and Trade Development Facility (STDF) to help strengthen sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) systems in developing countries. This latest funding brings Ireland’s total support to the STDF since 2007 to more than CHF 3.8 million. The contribution will help implement the STDF’s… [Read More]
Tanzania Launches STOSAR II Project with €10 Million EU Funding to Boost Agriculture, Food Safety, and Market Access in SADC
The Government of Tanzania, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secretariat, and the European Union (EU), has officially launched the second phase of the Support Towards the Operationalization of the SADC Regional Agricultural Policy (STOSAR II) project. Funded by the EU through the Development Smart Innovation… [Read More]
FAO Zimbabwe Equips Field Teams with GIS Skills to Enhance Anticipatory Action
In an effort to improve disaster preparedness and anticipatory action in Zimbabwe, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) recently conducted a hands-on Geographic Information Systems (GIS) training session. Held in Bulawayo, the workshop equipped field officers, enumerators, and technical staff with practical skills in hazard geotagging, focusing on collecting and analyzing… [Read More]
IFRC: Early Disaster Action Crucial to Saving Lives and Protecting Development in South America
More than 100 representatives from governments, international organizations, civil society, and communities affected by emergencies gathered in Santiago, Chile, for the 7th Platform for Dialogue on Anticipatory Action in South America. Held under the theme “Act sooner, protect better: strengthening anticipatory action in South America,” the event focused on improving disaster preparedness and protection efforts… [Read More]
Why Nature-Based Solutions Are Essential for Climate Change Adaptation
As climate change impacts intensify, countries around the world are scaling up adaptation strategies to protect communities, ensure food security, and build long-term resilience. A cornerstone of these strategies is the use of nature-based solutions (NbS)—approaches that leverage natural ecosystems such as forests, wetlands, coastal habitats, and farmlands to reduce climate risks while maintaining essential… [Read More]
Partnerships Boost Wheat Production and Improve Livelihoods in Zimbabwe
The Phaphamani Irrigation Scheme in Umguza District, Matabeleland North Province, Zimbabwe, recently highlighted the impact of strong partnerships in enhancing wheat production and improving rural livelihoods. Covering 50 hectares, the scheme benefits from support provided by FAO, the AFC Land Bank, the African Development Bank, and the Government of Zimbabwe through the Zimbabwe Emergency Food… [Read More]
Australia Pledges AUD 4 Million to Boost Safe Trade in Developing Nations
Australia is contributing AUD 4 million (approximately CHF 2.1 million) through the Standards and Trade Development Facility (STDF) to help developing countries and least-developed countries (LDCs) benefit from global agriculture markets. This funding supports the STDF’s 2025–2030 Strategy, “Facilitating Safe Trade to Meet the Global Goals,” which aims to strengthen sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) capacities,… [Read More]
Transforming Panama’s Municipal Markets: Turning Waste into Sustainable Resilience
The municipal markets of Panama City are more than centers for trade—they are hubs of culture, food, and community, and increasingly, spaces for innovation in waste management. These markets generate significant organic waste, yet much of it remains edible, highlighting the contrast between food loss and persistent hunger in the country. Fundación Rescate de Alimentos… [Read More]
Women Power Half of Sub-Saharan Africa’s Agrifood Sector, Yet Inequalities Persist: New Report
In sub-Saharan Africa, women play a central role in agrifood systems, with approximately 76 percent of working women employed in the sector and women making up 49 percent of the overall agrifood workforce. Employment for women in off-farm segments—including production, processing, distribution, consumption, and packaging—has increased from 21 percent in 2005 to 29 percent in… [Read More]
FAO-GEF Partnership Strengthens Namibia’s Dryland Farmers, Protects Seeds, and Reduces Food Loss
In Namibia’s Kavango East region, seventy smallholder farmers have received training to reduce food losses and preserve traditional seeds as part of an initiative themed “Our Seeds, Our Heritage.” The program, led by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in partnership with the Namibian government and funded by the Global Environment… [Read More]
Zimbabwean Youth Explore Green Entrepreneurship at Look and Learn Event
Young green entrepreneurs in Marondera district in Zimbabwe, who were previously supported by FAO under the Green Jobs for Rural Youth Employment Project implemented in 2020–2024, funded by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), are undertaking a look-and-learn event to showcase and share experiences. Youths are leading the organisation od the event with support from… [Read More]
Human Security Approach Boosts Community Resilience in Sierra Leone’s Kono District
The workshop in Sierra Leone’s Kono District brought together Paramount Chiefs, Village Development Committees, Peace Mothers, local leaders, development officers, and representatives from UNDP and FAO to assess the impact of a human security-focused project. Participants also discussed how this approach could be integrated into the country’s decentralization efforts through the Wan Fambul Framework (WFF)…. [Read More]
Sevilla Event Highlights Investment in Jobs and Social Protection for Inclusive Growth
The governments of France and Senegal, in partnership with Global Accelerator agencies including ILO, UNICEF, UNDP, FAO, WFP, UN Women, and the Joint SDG Fund, co-hosted the side event “Leveraging Social Investments: Financing for Jobs & Social Protection” at the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4). The event convened governments, employers, workers, and… [Read More]
Strengthening Climate Resilience in Northern Ghana Through Early Warning and Anticipatory Action
Across Africa, climate change is reshaping the conditions for farming communities, increasing the frequency and severity of climate-related shocks. The FAO Regional Office for Africa Resilience Team supports countries by providing strategic and technical assistance to strengthen emergency response and resilience programming, helping communities better withstand and manage these climate-induced risks. In Ghana’s northern regions,… [Read More]
