Southern Africa
Comprehensive, insightful and in-depth articles and news on agriculture, and developments from around Southern Africa.
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AfDB approves US$22.8 million grant to boost Mozambique’s rice production and build climate resilience
The African Development Bank Group has approved a US$22.8 million grant from its concessional African Development Fund to strengthen Mozambique’s…
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AfDB approves US$209 million Country Strategy Paper (CSP) for Lesotho
The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) has approved a new US$209 million Country Strategy Paper…
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Zimbabwe lifts 2025 growth forecast on tobacco harvest, gold price rally
Zimbabwe now sees its economy growing 6.6% this year, higher than an earlier projection of 6% due to a bigger tobacco…
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AFMA celebrates 80 years of industry leadership
The Animal Feed Manufacturers Association (AFMA) celebrated its 80th anniversary, marking a historic milestone during its Annual General Meeting (AGM)…
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Zimbabwe to start blueberry exports to China after breakthrough agreement
Zimbabwe can start exporting blueberries to China after it agreed a protocol on phytosanitary standards. The agreement was concluded during…
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Mozambique approves investment projects valued at about US$5 billion in H1 2025
The Mozambican government has approved 115 investment projects valued at about US$5 billion in the first half of 2025, with…
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Al Mansour Holdings signs US$20 billion investment deal with Mozambique
Qatari private conglomerate Al Mansour Holdings will invest US$20 billion in Mozambique, the presidency announced on 27th August 2025. The…
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Bühler and SACB showcase power of strategic partnerships
Strategic collaboration between technology providers and industry associations remains central to building a sustainable food processing sector. This was evident…
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