By Nicholas Mwambazi Agriculture plays a crucial role in the economic development and food security of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. However, the sector faces several challenges; including climate change, soil degradation, and limited access to markets, technology and information. Access to…
By Stella Nyangulu Agriculture is an important sector in Zambia, contributing an average of about 19 percent to the national Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and employs about three quarters of the population. However, the current food system and the livelihood of people is facing…
By Mercy Namfukwe Soyabean production is an important legume plant that is cultivated all over the world, not only as a major source of protein in livestock feeds but also for human consumption, soil fertility improvement among others. Africa’s majority population depends on agriculture…
By Happy Mulolani ZAMBIA’s low adaptability to climate change is abetted with the prevalent floods and droughts which continue to negatively impact communities. The Notre Dame Global Adaptation Initiative indicates that Zambia is ranked 55th which clearly depicts the country’s vulnerability especially its critical…
By Happy Mulolani By the year 2030, Africa alone will require US$30trillion to implement climate change adaptation plans. For this to happen, there is need for the inclusion of all key stakeholders in the fight against climate change in developing countries. With seven years…
