AFRICAN & MIDDLE EAST NEWS

Ethiopia’s flower industry now ranks as Africa’s second largest exporter, with EHPEA leading efforts to support jobs, women workers and sustainable farming.

Morocco rose to first place in African avocado exports in 2025 as Kenya’s shipments fell due to shipping delays and trade controls.

Deal sets path for zero tariff access to Chinese market and wider trade ties.

Government steps up processing and farm support to cut losses and raise national yields.

Citrus remains a key source of income for farmers in Syria’s coastal Tartous province.

The government says the plan aims to raise national food security above 90 percent by 2029 and create 800,000 formal jobs in agriculture.

Field trials show strong yields and resistance to late blight across key potato growing districts.

The new funding will help the company grow its farmer network and scale exports to key global markets.

While the resumption of local vaccine manufacturing marks a turning point, South Africa’s production capacity will initially remain limited.

New network links ten companies to support supply chains, training, and pilot projects across sub-Saharan Africa.