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World Water Day Laikipia, Isiolo, Samburu Transforming the Environment through Nexus (LISTEN) initiative #Kenya has utilised locally led innovative solutions to stimulate #foodsecurity and #waterresource in building resilience to climate change. Through local community partners, the project has worked in Laikipia, Isiolo and Samburu counties to strengthen water and soil conservation measures and introduced alternative livelihoods through selected crop and livestock value chains. The communities have embraced apiculture and adopted drip irrigation for production of nutritious traditional vegetables. SNV John Macharia Watch https://lnkd.in/dr_W7ZSA

Let's work together for a better future. AGRA is dedicated to inclusive growth, empowering women and youth, and building climate-resilient food systems. By embracing shared accountability and collaboration, we can truly unlock the power of our agri-food systems to drive socio-economic transformation across the EAC region and our African continent.

To ensure this crucial report is comprehensive and reflects diverse viewpoints, the EAC is hosting a regional workshop to gather valuable inputs and insights from various stakeholders. This collaborative effort underscores the importance of diverse perspectives in shaping impactful regional initiatives within the East African Community.

Strengthening accountability, inclusivity, and coordination in agri-food systems across the region. The EAC Secretariat, in partnership with AGRA and other development partners, is promoting effective Agri-food systems Joint Sector Reviews (JSRs) at regional and Partner states level. Let's work together for a more resilient and prosperous agri-food sector.

We believe that collective effort and commitment are crucial for the ownership of this vital process. By working together, we can ensure that agreed priorities are implemented effectively, ultimately leading to tangible benefits for the citizens of East Africa.

Day 2 of the 2025 EAC Regional Agriculture Joint Sector Review (JSR) in partnership with the EAC. AGRA is proud to support this crucial dialogue. Let's shape the future of agriculture in East Africa together.

Exciting discussions and insights from the #YEFFA 🇧🇫Burkina Faso Youth Panel Convening It was inspiring to hear from young leaders across #BurkinaFaso as they delved into the challenges and opportunities within the agricultural sector. Here are some key takeaways from our insightful discussions: 🇧🇫  Boucle du Mouhoun: Sangare Thieba highlighted the significant impact on agricultural activities, including decreased productivity, increased poverty, youth migration, and land degradation. Urgent action is needed to address these interconnected issues. 🇧🇫 Boukary Tiendrebeogo & Barry Rainatou emphasized the specific challenges faced by young women, particularly regarding access to land, inputs, water management, and financing. Boukary passionately encouraged young people to be bold in their ventures and called on funders to provide not only financial support but also crucial training and monitoring. 🇧🇫 Palenfo Fayshal, an animal production engineer and head of Faso Elevage, shared his inspiring journey. From questioning the value of university for livestock farming to now successfully leading a company that sells chicks, feed, provides advisory support, and even sells incubators across Africa, his message was clear: young people should not hesitate to embrace agriculture. 🇧🇫 Regina Tiendrebeogo pointed out the favorable conditions for agriculture in the Cascades region, including the availability of labor and land. 🇧🇫 Dabire Pierre Richard championed agro-ecology as a significant opportunity for young people in the Southwest Region. He stressed that providing financing, training, and fostering innovation can empower them to seize numerous possibilities in this field. The #PAPFA project is making significant positive contributions across the Cascades, Hauts-Bassins, Boucle du Mouhoun, and Southwest regions. Encouraging agricultural entrepreneurship among youth is essential in the fight against migration and poverty. #AGRAYouthVoices Jules Somé N. Sandrine C. TOE SOME

C'est le Jour-J! Happening Now: Excited for the Burkina Faso Youth Convening 2025? Join us on at Lancaster Hotel, as we engage youth in agribusiness on opportunities in #FoodSystems. Rejoignez la conversation | Register: https://shorturl.at/6KcHa #BurkinaYouthVoices #YEFFA

Collaboration is key to progress. Today, Jean Baptiste Havugimana, Director of Productive Sectors at the East African Community Secretariat, highlighted the role of the Regional Joint Agricultural Sector Review (JSR) in supporting and amplifying existing EAC structures, and fostering accountability in agri-food systems. East African Community East African Community Secretariat Jean Baptiste Havugimana

The EAC Agriculture Joint Sector Review ensures accountability for commitments made in the EAC Regional Agriculture Investment Plan (RAIP), which aligns with CAADP and the Malabo Declarations. East African Community East African Community Secretariat Jean Jacques Mbonigaba Muhinda