Food Security and Financial Sustainability in Africa: The Role of the Church - Speech by Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina President, African Development Bank Group - Council of Anglican Provinces of Africa Retreat - July 12, 2024 - Abuja, Nigeria
ContextSpeech in Abuja at a retreat of the Council of Anglican Provinces of Africa; the African Development Bank finances Africa's development and makes food security a priority.
Why it mattersThe AfDB enlists faith institutions in the fight against rising hunger in Africa.
Problems raised
Hunger in Africa is rising.
Climate shocks, conflicts and food price inflation hit the poor.
Africa still imports food it could produce.
Solutions proposed
Scale up agricultural technologies to farmers.
Involve faith institutions in food security efforts.
