Building Africa’s food sovereignty and resilience through agro-processing

Africa’s food systems must transform to build the continent’s food sovereignty and resilience. Africa is a net food importer. According to IFAD, the continent imports about 85 percent of its food, leading to an annual food import bill of US$70 billion.35 Africa’s food imports are projected to reach US$90 billion by 2030, while Africa’s agriculture will generate US$1 trillion agribusiness by 2030.36 Africa has the potential to feed itself and feed the rest of the world. Promoting and facilitating increased production and consumption of locally and regionally produced agricultural commodities is crucial in building food sovereignty and resilience. Agriculture is a major African economic sector. Agriculture is the main source of income and employment. The growing population, rapid urbanization, and rising incomes have marked changes in consumption patterns and diets.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Zero Hunger

Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

Responsible Consumption and Production