AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS

Government says local farm support and higher production have started to ease pressure on food prices.

The move allows Egyptian exporters to ship oranges, lemons, mandarins, and grapefruit to a new market in Central America.

The shipment forms part of a wider plan to expand farm machinery use and raise food output.

New data shows Tanzania processed over half of East Africa’s cashew nuts in 2025, even as the region still exports most of its crop in raw form.

Agriculture recorded strong export growth while exporters warn that Middle East tensions may disrupt fruit shipments.

The governorate seeks private sector investment to expand food production and support Oman’s food security goals.

The new five year plan sets out joint work on farming, water use, and fisheries to support food supply and resource care in Oman.

Stakeholders and citizens can submit views as the government reviews plans to guide how agricultural data and digital systems work across the sector.

The fruit group adds a quick freezing unit and solar system in Kenya while reporting stronger sales and cash flow for 2025.

Kenya Ports Authority meets industry players to speed up handling of fruits, vegetables and flowers for export.