Enhancing Women’s Access to Finance

31/10/2025

Join this live webinar showcasing practical and scalable solutions to improve women’s access to finance in Africa’s agrifood systems, in support of the CAADP Kampala Agenda.

The 19th Multidisciplinary Team Meeting (MDT-19) of FAO Eastern Africa

Événement hybride, 10/11/2025 - 13/11/2025

The Eastern Africa subregion holds vast potential for agrifood system transformation despite overlapping challenges, such as conflict, displacement, widening food insecurity and malnutrition, and high input costs. In an effort to address these challenges, the 19th Multidisciplinary Team Meeting (MDT-19) is aimed at deliberating on critical issues, under the theme: “

19th Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meeting in Southern Africa

Sandton (South Africa), 03/11/2025 - 07/11/2025

The 19^th FAOSFS MDT, scheduled for 3 to 7 November in South Africa, will focus on the theme: “Delivering Impact for Efficient and Sustainable Agrifood Systems: Learning, Partnering and Scaling Innovation in Southern Africa.”

This year’s MDT will place strong emphasis on measurable re...

Africa Pavilion – From Seeds to Foods Exhibition

10/10/2025 - 13/10/2025

Get ready for the Africa Pavilion at the From Seeds to Foods exhibition in Rome, 10–13 October! Discover over 100 unique products, explore innovations shaping agrifood systems, and celebrate Africa’s rich crop diversity. Don’t miss the interactive experiences and vibrant showcase of resilience and creativity. Follow the journey at #Seeds...

Commission des forêts et de la faune sauvage pour l'Afrique

Événement hybride, 01/12/2025 - 05/12/2025

Lieu

Centre international de conférences Sir Dawda Kairaba Jawara (SDKJICC) à Banjul (La Gambie).

Objectif du CFFSA

Émettre des avis sur l'élaboration de la politique forestière et de gestion de la faune sauvage et en surveiller et coordonner la mise en œuvre sur le plan régional; échanger des informations; d'une manière générale, émettre,...

FAO at the Africa Climate Summit 2025

Addis Ababa (Ethiopia), 08/09/2025 - 10/09/2025

From 8–10 September, Addis Ababa will host the 2nd Africa Climate Summit (ACS2) under the theme “Accelerating Global Climate Solutions: Financing for Africa's Resilient and Green Development.”

FAO will be at the fore...

FAO at the Africa Food Systems Forum 2025

01/09/2025 - 05/09/2025

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Forum d’Investissement sous-régional de la FAO pour l’Afrique de l’Ouest – Initiative Main dans la Main (Abuja, Nigéria)

16/09/2025 - 18/09/2025

Le Bureau sous-régional de la FAO pour l’Afrique de l’Ouest organise un Forum d’investissement de haut niveau a Abuja (NIgeria) dans le cadre de l’Initiative « Main dans la Main », afin de promouvoir la collaboration, mobiliser des investissements et amplifier des solutions à fort impact pour la transformation des systèmes agroalimentaires dans la région.

L’Initiative ...

FAO West Africa Sub-Regional Investment Forum – Hand-in-Hand Initiative (Abuja, Nigeria).

16/09/2025 - 18/09/2025

The FAO Subregional Office for West Africa is convening a high-level Hand-in-Hand Investment Forum in Abuja, Nigeria, to promote collaboration, mobilize investment, and scale up impactful solutions for agri-food system transformation in the region. The Hand-in-Hand Initiative is FAO’s country-led, evidence-based approach aimed at boosting agricultural ...

Towards food security and sustainable agrifood systems, leaving no one behind through the Hand-in-Hand Initiative: innovation and data in sustainable agrifood systems investments and development

Yokohama (Japan), 20/08/2025

Hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) as part of the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9), this in-person session will focus on data, innovation and partnerships for sustainable agrifood systems through the Hand-in-Hand Initiative.

2nd Regional Dialogue on Child Labour in Agriculture in Africa - Sustaining the momentum: Eliminating Child Labour in Agriculture in Africa

21/08/2025

African stakeholders will gather virtually on 21 Aug for the 2nd Regional Dialogue on Child Labour in Agriculture, exploring data, success stories, and innovations to end child labour in the sector. Insights will help shape the 6th Global Conference in 2026.

Inaugural meeting of the SADC Parliamentary Alliance on Agrifood Systems, Food Security and Nutrition & Training on Legislating the Right to Adequate Food

Johannesburg (South Africa), 22/07/2025 - 24/07/2025

The SADC Parliamentary Alliance on Agrifood Systems, Food Security and Nutrition will hold its inaugural meeting alongside a regional Right to Food training from 22–24 July 2025 in Johannesburg.

SADC Regional Hand-in-Hand Investment Forum in Southern Africa

Harare (Zimbabwe), 10/09/2025 - 12/09/2025

From 10–12 September 2025 in Harare, Zimbabwe, the SADC Regional Hand-in-Hand Initiative Forum will convene governments, investors, and development partners to finalize four major regional investment cases on irrigation, mechanization, agro-processing, and t...

Conférence africaine sur la mécanisation agricole durable

03/02/2026 - 06/02/2026

La toute première Conférence africaine sur la mécanisation agricole durable (MAS) réunira des dirigeants, des innovateurs et des parties prenantes afin de stimuler la collaboration régionale et d'accélérer la mécanisation durable à travers l'Afrique.

La MAS est essentielle pour transformer l'agriculture en Afrique et faire progresser plusieurs objectifs de développement durable, notamm...

Regional Forum on the International Year of Camelids and Sustainable Livestock Transformation in Africa

Nairobi (Kenya), 10/06/2025 - 12/06/2025

From 10–12 June 2025 in Nairobi, Kenya, the Regional Conference on the International Year of Camelids and Sustainable Livestock Transformation in Africa brings together voices from across the continent to spotlight camels, climate resilience, and sustainable livestock systems. Join leaders, experts, and communities to explore how camelids and livestock are shaping food security, liveli...

Webinar: Towards the Domestication of the African Union Digital Agriculture Strategy (DAS)

12/06/2025

Join the FAO Regional Office for Africa and the African Union Commission on 12 June 2025 for a high-impact webinar to present the African Union Digital Agriculture Strategy (DAS). This strategic dialogue will bring together policy-makers, digital innovators, farmer organizations, and development partners to explore cutting-edge digital tools—from AI to blockchain that can revolutionize ag...

Regional Policy Dialogue on Strengthening South-South and Triangular Cooperation (SSTC) for Agrifood System Transformation in Sub-Saharan Africa

Dar es Salaam (Tanzania), Événement hybride, 09/07/2025 - 10/07/2025

As FAO marks its 80th anniversary, this regional policy dialogue offers a critical platform to address the evolving challenges in Sub-Saharan Africa’s agrifood sy...

Women's intra-regional trade as driver of job creation and economic growth

Evènement virtuel, 09/04/2025 - 11/04/2025

Unlocking the Power of Women in Intra-Regional Trade

Join FAO’s Gender Team at the 11th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (AFRSD) on April 8th for an engaging side event on Women’s Intra-Regional Trade as a Driver of Job Creation and Economic Growth.

Discover the untapped potent...

Commission Africaine des Statistiques Agricoles pour l'Afrique (CSAA), 29e Session

24/11/2025 - 28/11/2025

Vingt-neuvième session de la Commission africaine des statistiques agricoles (AFCAS), à Hammamet (Tunisie)

A high-level side event on the margins of the 38th African Union Summit

14/02/2025

The 38th African Union Summit is taking place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. from 14 to 15 February 2025, under the theme: “Building a united front to advance the cause of justice and payment of reparations to Africans.” A high-level side event titled, “From Policy to Action: Towards a Common Position to Address Malnutrition in Africa,” will be conve...