The state government in Kebbi, Nigeria has announced it will issue a US$24mn loan to farmers in the region as part of plans to improve agricultural production
Agriculture
Kenyan government launches US$3bn irrigation project
A US$3bn irrigation project has been launched in Kenya’s Coastal region, Galana-Kulalu to increase food security in the country
Gambian fish market earns nearly US$100,000 million in 2013
The Bakoteh Fish Market and Ice Plant in The Gambia has profited nearly US$100mn from its vendors eight months after it began operations in April last year
Zimbabwe seeks US$60mn to strengthen food security
The World Food Programme (WFP) is seeking US$60mn to strengthen food security across Zimbabwe in preparation for the traditional harvest in three months time
Tanzania hosts Agribusiness East Africa
Tanzanian President Jakaya Kikwete will address delegates at the Agribusiness East Africa conference being held in Dar es Salaam next week