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Islamic Development Bank and the Lives and Livelihoods Funds (LLF) Visit KSADP project sites in Nigeria
The Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) in Nigeria recently hosted representatives of the donors and sponsors of the Kano State Agro Pastoral Development Project (KSADP) project on July 20-21st, 2024. The delegation, led by Adil Sharif, the Head of the Lives and Livelihoods Funds (LLF) mission to Kano State, included representatives from the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF), the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSRelief), the Islamic So...
SAA Provides Inputs to Farmers for 2024 Wet Season Farming under KSADP project
The Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) in Nigeria, through the Kano State Agro Pastoral Development Project (KSADP), has successfully provided farming inputs to farmers for the 2024 wet season in Kano State. The distribution took place from the 20th to the 22nd of June and was carried out by the Regenerative Agriculture component of the project. The targeted farmers are those hosting the project’s demonstration and Community-Based Multiplication (CBSM) plots.
Op-Ed by Dr. Mel Oluoch and Dr. Stella Kabiri "The Potential of Regenerative Agriculture in Africa" featured on the media
Sasakawa Africa Association proudly announces the publication of an Op-ed authored by Dr. Mel Oluoch, Strategic Partnership Director, and Dr. Stella Kabiri, Lead Regenerative Agriculture, discussing the outcomes of the Africa Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit held in Nairobi in May 2024.
SAA Leadership and Key Stakeholders Convene for Strategic Discussions on Wheat Promotion in Karamoja
On Thursday 27th June 2024, Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) leadership team, led by Uganda Country Director Robert Anyang and Nigeria Country Director Dr. Godwin Atser, held strategic discussions with key stakeholders regarding wheat promotion in the Karamoja region.
【SAA-Uganda Featured on UBC】Revolutionizing Farming: Strategic Approaches to be Adhered to
The inauguration of the construction of two Multipurpose Agricultural Cooperatives (OSCAs) in Otuke District, Uganda was featured by UBC, Uganda's public broadcaster.
SAA Ethiopia Hosts High-level Stakeholders Workshop on Harnessing Local Agricultural Inputs
SAA Ethiopia Office hosted the high-level stakeholders workshop, titled "Harnessing local agricultural inputs for sustainable production, commercialization, and utilization" on May 31, 2024 in Adama. It was attended by representatives from the government, private sector, universities, research institutes, NGOs, media, and other organizations. The event featured several presentations and discussions on topics such as strengthening local inputs through regenerative agriculture, vermicomp...
Special Issue of AJFAND Highlighting "Agricultural Extension" Now Published
We are delighted to unveil our special issue of the African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition, and Development (Volume 24 No.3, 2024), centered on Agricultural Extension. This comprehensive volume is the result of a collaborative endeavor between the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) and the African Forum for Agricultural Advisory Services (AFAAS), aimed at advancing agricultural knowledge and practices across the continent.
SAA Participates in the African Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit (AFSH)
The African Fertilizer and Soil Health Summit (AFSHS), held in Nairobi from May 7-9, 2024, brought together a wide array of stakeholders, including government officials, regional economic blocs, development partners, NGOs and private organizations, to address critical issues affecting agricultural productivity and sustainability in Africa. Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) played a pivotal role at the summit, highlighting innovative approaches to improve soil health and promote sustainable agric...
KSADP/SAA Monthly Newsletter (April 2024) released
We are pleased to announce the release of the KSADP/SAA monthly Newsletter, featuring a primary focus on the activities and progress of the Kano Agropastoral Development Project (KSADP)* in Nigeria for April 2024.
SAA's Lead RA Specialist Participates in the 10th Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development (ARFSD)
From April 23 to 25, 2024, Dr. Stella Kabiri, SAA’s Lead Specialist for Regenerative Agriculture, participated in the Tenth Session of the Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development, held in Addis Ababa. This pivotal forum convened stakeholders from across the continent to assess progress and challenges in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
SAA Publications
E-newsletter
"Walking with the Farmer"
SAA publishes a bimonthly e-newsletter reporting on SAA activities.
SAA history book
"Walking with the Farmer: The journey of the Sasakawa Africa Assoication since 1986"
This book chronicles the history of SAA from its inception to the present.
Success stories
Voices from the Field Special Edition 2022
This is a special edition of the "Voices from the Field" articles.