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Senior Coordinator, United Nations Food and Agriclture Organization (FAO)/ Senior Programme Coordinator at the Food Systems Coordination Hub / Lecturer of International Law/ Author
It was a great honour to contribute, on behalf of the UN Food Systems Coordination Hub, to the Africa Food Systems Forum ##AFS in #Kigali and present at the opening sessions analysis on #agrifood systems transformation in Africa. The situation in Africa remains grim: 298.4 million people faced hunger in 2023—nearly one out of every five Africans. As we face projections that over half of the world’s chronically undernourished population could be in Africa by 2030, the urgency for action is clear. However, there is also encouraging progress. Across the continent, we’re witnessing a strong response to these challenges: • 49 countries have appointed National Convenors to lead the charge. • 43 national pathways have been developed to drive food systems transformation. • 22 countries have finalized action plans, laying the groundwork for meaningful change. • 70% of countries have established multi-stakeholder and governance mechanisms, ensuring that this transformation is inclusive and effective. These steps forward are a testament to the commitment of Africa to tackle hunger and food insecurity head-on. Guided by the UN Secretary-General’s Call to Action for Accelerated Food Systems Transformation, African governments supported by #FAO, #WFP and #IFAD and the broader #UN system can build resilient agrifood systems and ensure a sustainable, nourished future for Africa.