IFC and the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) has launched a new programme that will leverage greater private sector investments to support the food production value chain across Africa and increase access to finance for rural farmers and businesses
Agriculture
WHO develops handbook to improve food safety and protect people from disease
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has developed a handbook to help countries measure their foodborne disease burden and identify food safety system needs and data gaps so they can strengthen national infrastructure and better protect people’s health
AAK, Mars partner in sustainable shea initiative to empower women in West Africa
AAK has partnered with global confectionery, food, and pet care company Mars, several leading NGOs, and an impact investment fund to create a public-private partnership
World Bank approves US$150mn to help small agriculture producers and fishers
The World Bank has approved US$150mn grant from the International Development Association (IDA) in support of the first phase of Mozambique’s Sustainable Rural Economy Programme
World Bank to support development of agri-food sector in Cote d’Ivoire
The World Bank has approved US$250mn in total financing from IDA to support the development of the agri-food sector and the creation of thousands of jobs in rural areas of Cote d’Ivoire
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