Kenya’s agriculture sector took centre stage at the 2025 Summit on Financing Agri-Food Systems Sustainably (FINAS), as the government outlined bold reforms aimed at transforming agricultural financing, enhancing productivity, and fostering inclusive growth. Speaking at the summit, the Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture underscored a renewed commitment to placing the Kenyan farmer at the heart of…
Karakuta Fresh Produce has commissioned a state-of-the-art 7,500-tonne capacity packhouse in Nairobi to grade and pack avocados sourced from its 180-acre farm and 1,500 smallholder farmers across Kenya. The facility was officially unveiled by Equity Group Managing Director and CEO Dr. James Mwangi, alongside Karakuta CEO Grace Ngungi, in a ceremony attended by government officials…
Participants at the KEFRI research site in Tiva, Kitui County during the AfricanYouth4Forests (AY4F) National Youth Workshop themed _“From Science to Youth Action for Sustainable Forestry.”_ Young environmental leaders from across Kenya have declared their commitment to driving the country’s green transition and forest conservation efforts. This declaration was made during the AfricanYouth4Forests (AY4F) National…
The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to transforming African agriculture, calling for increased investment in smallholder farmers amid growing global instability and shifting development priorities. Speaking at a high-level reception for partners, donors, and government representatives, AGRA President Alice Ruhweza warned that recent changes in global development…
The Principal Secretary for Agriculture, Dr. Paul Ronoh, has emphasized the need for a grounded, people-centered approach to food systems transformation, urging stakeholders and the media to focus on real stories from farmers and communities across the country. Speaking during a pre-summit media engagement in Nairobi, Dr. Ronoh underlined the importance of food and nutritional…
The Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) has concluded a high-impact week at the inaugural CGIAR Science Week in Nairobi by signing a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CGIAR. The agreement marks a major milestone in accelerating agricultural innovation and scaling science-based solutions for smallholder farmers across Africa. Unveiled during CGIAR Science…
Kenya’s agriculture sector continues to be the backbone of the economy, contributing 20 percent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) directly and another 27 percent indirectly through linkages with other sectors. Employing over 40 percent of the population and more than 70 percent of rural communities, the sector remains a priority for economic growth and…
The Food Systems and Nutrition Financing Architecture (FINAS) Secretariat has emphasized the need for a strategic recalibration of food systems financing to address emerging global challenges such as climate shocks, pandemics, and shifting international policies. Speaking at the launch event, FINAS Secretariat representative Charity Mutegi highlighted the importance of fostering a policy environment that supports…
Nairobi is set to host the 2nd Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference (EAAC) from March 25-28, 2025, bringing together key stakeholders to discuss sustainable farming practices. The event, co-organized by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, Biovision Africa Trust, and other regional partners, aims to build on the success of the 2023 inaugural conference, which…
Uganda’s Minister, Honourable Fred Bwino, has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to agroecology, emphasizing its role as a science, a practice, and a movement that promotes farming methods in harmony with nature. Speaking at a high-level agricultural forum, Bwino highlighted the importance of using organic alternatives instead of relying heavily on inorganic inputs. “Agroecology is about…
