Mechanizing Africa’s farms won’t work unless we do it differently
The shift must be away from one-off equipment delivery toward locally driven systems that build skills, financing, and service ecosystems …
South Africa’s agricultural exports soar to record $15.1bn in 2025
Exports were strong every quarter last year.
African indigenous foods that fight inflammation may help people with diabetes – research
Traditional African diets are rich in fibre, polyphenols and antioxidants, while Western diets are typically high in sugar, salt and unhealthy fats.
SA agricultural exports poised for record growth as “logistics failures and payment inefficiencies undermine profitability”
“… too much value is being lost between the farm gate and the final buyer”
South Africa outperforms the U.S. in poultry production
“South Africans can be proud that their poultry industry is the second most competitive poultry producer in the world.”
Swedfund invests to strengthen resilient and sustainable food systems across Africa
The fund targets investments across East, Southern, West and North Africa, supporting established companies throughout the food value chain.
KAL Group names new CEO to drive execution of growth strategy
Planned transition to follow Sean Walsh’s retirement
Have your say on draft Cannabis Regulations
“All submissions received will be carefully considered before the regulations are finalised.”
Cape Town project tests what hydroponic farming can do in urban spaces
Hydroponic farming has great potential in cities
National Minimum Wage to rise to R30.23 per hour from March
Employment and Labour Minister Nomakhosazana Meth has announced an increase in the statutory National Minimum Wage (NMW) for 2026, raising it from R28.79 to R30.23 for each ordinary hour worked.