There’s never been a better time to come
together and solve the challenges we face.
Growth in Africa’s farming sector is the
most dynamic in the world: 4.6 percent on
average in the last 20 years
Yet parts of Africa are in a cycle of climate
change-related shocks, food insecurity, and
conflict.
In fact, after many years of progress, the
percentage of Africans who are undernourished
has actually increased.
Africa is confronting more frequent weather
events—which used to occur every 12 years
on average, but now happen every 2.5 years.
This new age of extreme droughts and floods
has caused food production growth per person
to decline
For the next generation, this profoundly impacts
their ability to grow, learn, and thrive.
The challenge is immense.
By 2050, Africa will need to feed a billion
more people
As we come together, there is a role for everyone.
We can harness science and technology.
We can restore the environment.
We can put the right policies in place.
We can equip and empower farmers.
We can invest in the future.
The time is now.
AFSLD
