Zero Hunger

Our reports on the state of food security and agriculture in Africa explore initiatives to end hunger, achieve food security, improve nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture across African nations.

Zero Hunger

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Reimagining the Great Green Wall

To succeed, the Great Green Wall must approach the Sahel’s restoration by going beyond tree planting to prioritize native species, soil...
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
7 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

Africa’s Tech Funding Is Booming But Not Where It Matters Most

Fintech startups are swimming in capital while health, food, and climate solutions fight for scraps. Is the investment model broken?
Avatar photo Adetumilara Adetayo
8 min read
Photo illustration by Tomi Abe for SUSINSIGHT

When Rainfall Fails: Hunger and Hardship in Karamoja

Unpredictable rainfall and prolonged droughts have left families in Karamoja struggling to find food, pushing malnutrition rates beyond emergency thresholds.
Avatar photo Ezinne Okoroafor
5 min read
Handshake symbolizing collaboration on renewable energy for a sustainable future. Photo by Tomi Abe.

The Stakes of COP28 and the Road to COP29

As COP29 approaches, Africa faces urgent challenges in climate finance, energy transition, and adaptation, demanding immediate attention and decisive action.
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
5 min read

Why Capricorn Group Thinks Social Impact is Good Business

Capricorn Group believes investing in education and local communities isn’t just charity—it’s a smart strategy for lasting change.
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
5 min read
Nura stands on a rooftop garden, surveying a city transformed by sustainable farming and solar energy.

Nura’s Vision

Can one woman's determination to restore her city’s farms and free its children from labor bring lasting change?
The Publishers
4 min read
The Complexity of Healthy Eating: What You Need to Know

The Complexity of Healthy Eating: What You Need to Know

As dietary habits shift globally, understanding the impact of cultural traditions and modern influences is essential for making healthier choices.
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
10 min read

Is Africa’s Food Crisis Too Big to Fix?

AFS 2024 highlights innovative solutions and urgent collaboration needed to address Africa’s food crisis, challenging us to act decisively.
The Publishers
9 min read

The Rebirth of Lake Lumo

In a battle against despair, a village discovers the strength of innovation and community to restore their cherished lake.
The Publishers
8 min read

Why Egypt’s Growth Isn’t Helping Those Who Need It

Despite Egypt's booming economy, deep-rooted inequality and poor social safety nets leave the most vulnerable struggling in poverty.
Avatar photo Adetola Adetayo
8 min read
African farmer with mobile phone

Why African Farmers Face a Digital Divide Despite Tech Advances

African farmers are increasingly benefiting from digital technology, but challenges like digital literacy, infrastructure, and access remain significant barriers to widespread...
Avatar photo Adetoro Adetayo
10 min read
Minimalist Cocoa Pod Illustration

Cocoa’s Sweet Promise and Bitter Reality

Cocoa, a cornerstone of Africa’s economy and livelihood, faces severe threats from climate change, demanding innovative solutions and global cooperation to...
Avatar photo Favour Olumuyiwa
5 min read
Deforestation Burger

Can We Break Free from Fast Food?

The rapid growth of fast food in Africa has reshaped diets, economies, and health, prompting urgent calls for balanced and nutritious...
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
8 min read

Are Popular Diets Sustainable in a Changing Climate?

In the face of climate change, the sustainability of popular diets comes under scrutiny, forcing us to rethink our plates and...
Avatar photo Adetola Adetayo
8 min read

Lake Chad: Understanding Nature’s Retreat

Lake Chad's decline, once a vibrant ecosystem, illustrates how climate change and human demand threaten livelihoods and regional stability.
Avatar photo Tomi Abe
5 min read