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Sistema.bio Secures $3.5 Million Investment from Novastar Ventures to Expand into New African Markets

jasper January 15, 2025 No Comments

NAIROBI, Kenya – January 14, 2025 – Sistema.bio, a global leader in biogas technology and financing for family farmers, has announced a $3.5 million investment from Novastar Ventures. The investment…

ITFC Signs Landmark Financing Plan with Bangladesh for US$2.75 Billion to Support Energy and Agriculture Sectors

jasper January 13, 2025 No Comments

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia – The International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, has signed a landmark annual financing agreement with the Government…

The Resilient Battle for Africa’s Livestock Sector

jasper January 13, 2025 No Comments

Africa’s livestock sector is not merely a backdrop to a larger agricultural story—it is a battlefield where survival, innovation, and resilience collide daily. Confronted by the relentless forces of climate…

Empowering African Farmers Through Agro-Processing Industries

jasper January 13, 2025 No Comments

Africa’s agricultural heartbeat has long sustained its people, yet for decades, the continent has ceded much of its economic gain to global markets by exporting raw commodities. Now, however, the…

Climate Change, Conflict, and Inflation Fuel Africa’s Struggle for Food Security

jasper January 8, 2025 No Comments

Africa is grappling with a food security crisis of unprecedented scale, worsened by the intertwining forces of climate change, ongoing conflict, and escalating inflation. Across the continent, millions are facing…

How Africa is Transforming Agriculture to Meet Modern Challenges

jasper January 6, 2025 No Comments

In 2024, African nations demonstrated their resilience and ingenuity by revolutionizing their agricultural sectors to address modern challenges. Tanzania emerged as a leader in this movement, achieving remarkable growth in…

How to Navigate Investment Opportunities in Africa in 2024

jasper December 31, 2024 No Comments

As 2024 unfolds, Africa continues to establish itself as a dynamic and evolving investment hub. With its vast natural resources, young and growing population, and increasingly diversified economies, the continent…

East Africa’s Export Renaissance in 2024

jasper December 28, 2024 No Comments

In 2024, East African nations have demonstrated significant progress in diversifying their economies, with exports playing a pivotal role in driving growth across the region. A combination of traditional commodities…

Fostering Resilience and Innovation in African Agribusiness

jasper December 19, 2024 No Comments

Agriculture is the lifeblood of Africa’s economy, sustaining millions of livelihoods and contributing significantly to GDP across the continent. However, the agribusiness sector faces multifaceted challenges, including climate change, limited…

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