Japan, Africa teaming up to boost food security, nutrition
Women harvest rice at a farm in Kano, Kisumu County in western Kenya. In 2013, Japan committed itself to supporting African countries with $32 billion to boost agricultural production and productivity especially of rice. PHOTO | FILE
Boosting agricultural productivity and food security in Africa will require collective efforts by African countries and their partners.
Japan already plays a significant role in boosting sustainable agricultural development on the continent. The country’s strong commitments, combined with the political will manifested by many African nations to eradicate hunger and malnutrition, will help to propel progress towards achieving zero hunger on the continent.
