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Africa's food systems require a critical shift towards resilience

By Dr Agnes Kalibata and Dr Ibrahim Mayaki | 1yr ago

Eshilunyire Primary School pupils during a 4K-club practical lesson well known as Sack Mount farming (Vertical farming) in promoting food security and improving their agricultural skills. [Jackline Inyanji, Standard]

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