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Pathways to resilient dryland food systems in Africa: Strategic and tactical choices for accelerated impacts

Africa’s drylands form vital food systems, supporting a significant portion of its population and agricultural activity. However, they face persistent challenges with low productivity, limited market integration, and acute vulnerability to climate shocks. These issues contribute to structural povert...

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Main Authors: Marenya, Paswel P., Narmandakh, Davaatseren, Kirui, Leonard, Odhong, Jonathan A., Sanni Abdulrahman, Aboudoulaye, Soule B., Adam, Mamadou, Alex, Gerald, Belko, Marème N., Bett, Charles, Dembele, Bandiougou, Derik, Sakatali P., De Pee, Eric, Diatta, Cyril, Faye, Ndeye F., Gichuru, Lilian, Kone, Bouréma, Kazombo, Samson F.M., Kisilu, Rachael, Mchau, Devotha, Martey, Edward, Mbulwe, Lloyd, Ndubi, Jerika M., Templer, Noel A., Ouédraogo, Nofou, Opie, Hellen, Puozaa, Doris K., Reoungel, Djinodji, Salegua, Venancio, Sawadogo-Compaoré, Eveline, Sime, Mekonnen, Zemedu, Lemma
Format: Informe técnico
Language:Inglés
Published: International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center 2024
Subjects:
drylands
food systems
technology
agro-industrial sector
market access
socioeconomic organization
sustainable agriculture
Online Access:https://hdl.handle.net/10568/172601
Summary:Africa’s drylands form vital food systems, supporting a significant portion of its population and agricultural activity. However, they face persistent challenges with low productivity, limited market integration, and acute vulnerability to climate shocks. These issues contribute to structural poverty and high rates of undernourishment, highlighting the need for investments to improve rural incomes, enhance resilience, and foster economic growth.

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