The USAID has announced financial support worth US$7.5mn to treat malnutrition in Southern Madagascar and support farmers dealing with climatic catastrophes, such as sandstorms and droughts
Technology
AfDB and govt of Ethiopia sign agreement to support electricity trade and youth employment
African Development Bank Group (AfDB) and the government of Ethiopia, have signed an agreement worth US$118mn, to support agro industrial park, youth employment and electricity trade between Ethiopia and Djibouti
John Deere launches 9-R Series tractor in Africa
John Deere has launched 9R-Series tractor, which is designed to maximise time in the field and optimise yield
Ghana’s First Lady calls on community support for good nutrition
The First Lady of the Republic of Ghana Rebecca Akufo-Addo has lauded the initiative to mobilise community support in promoting good nutrition, and has called on to help intensify efforts to promote breastfeeding for infants, for up to six months of age
AfDB to support economic growth in Côte d'Ivoire
African Development Bank will support the creation of agricultural value chains in Côte dIvoire, to create more jobs and make economic growth more inclusive, revealed AfDBs president, Dr Akinwumi A. Adesina at a recent meeting with Ivorian Prime Minister Patrick Achi