One Health in agrifood systems: Recognition for good practices, success stories and innovations in applying the One Health approach As part of this year’s Global Conference for Actions on One Health in Agrifood Systems, FAO will celebrate best practices and outstanding innovations advancing the One Health approach across agrifood systems. Through this recognition, we will shine […]
Closing Date 12 May 2026 Context: Programme background and overview Strategic and Programmatic Context Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) is one of the most significant transboundary animal diseases affecting sheep and goats in Africa. Its effects extend far beyond animal health. It undermines livestock productivity, weakens household livelihoods, reduces the resilience of pastoral and agro-pastoral […]
The future of the South African red meat industry isn’t just about breeding the best livestock; it’s about a crucial, often overlooked ingredient: unity. This was the powerful message from Dr. Philip Oosthuizen, COO of the Red Meat Industry Services (RMIS), during a recent discussion at Nampo Cape 2025. He highlighted that for three decades, […]
Une nouvelle plateforme régionale de l’économie bleue va reprendre le flambeau d’ECOFISH en Afrique de l’Est et australe. Son objectif : faire passer la coopération halieutique d’une logique de projet à un mécanisme permanent, capable de coordonner les politiques publiques, d’attirer l’investissement et d’aligner la science, l’innovation et la gestion des pêches. Portée par les […]
