By Brandon Moss Zimbabwe’s economy grew by 2.9% in 2024, according to the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat), but the agricultural...
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By Brandon Moss Zimbabwe’s economy grew by 2.9% in 2024, according to the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat), but the agricultural sector—long considered the backbone of the nation—has shown troubling signs of contraction. The decline is attributed to erratic rainfall, outdated farming techniques, and limited access to financing for smallholder farmers. “While the GDP figures look promising, they mask the reality on the ground,” said Dr. Nyasha Moyo, an agricultural economist at the University of Zimbabwe. “Farmers are struggling with input costs and unpredictable weather patterns. Without targeted support, this sector will continue to shrink.” The government has launched several […]
By Brandon Moss Zimbabwe’s economy grew by 2.9% in 2024, according to the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat), but the agricultural...
Lusaka, Zambia/Brandon Moss Agriculture is more than just a livelihood in Africa—it’s the backbone of the continent’s economy. With nearly 70%...
By Brandon Moss Zimbabwe is setting its sights on a dramatic agricultural turnaround. The Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural...
By Brandon Moss Across sub-Saharan Africa, women make up nearly half of the agricultural workforce, yet they remain disproportionately excluded from...
By Brandon Moss/Agrifocus Africa Botswana has been flagged as one of the country’s most vulnerable to escalating drought conditions, according to...
By Brandon Moss/Agrifocus Africa Botswana has been flagged as one of the country’s most vulnerable to escalating drought conditions, according to...
By Brandon Moss Garissa County, once synonymous with drought and food insecurity, is now emerging as a model for solar-powered agriculture. Inspired...
Degas Limited has announced a $100 million investment over the next four years to help establish Ghana as Africa’s first AI-powered agricultural...
Scientists and researchers in Africa say they are working together and are producing positive results in the fight against microscopic potato cyst...
Scientists and researchers in Africa say they are working together and are producing positive results in the fight against microscopic potato cyst...