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Sasakawa Africa Association’s Successful Side Event and Digital Exhibition at the 2024 Africa Food Systems Forum
The 2024 Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF), held in Kigali, Rwanda, provided a platform for stakeholders to discuss and share insights on transforming Africa’s food systems.
Transforming Uganda's Agriculture: SAA at the 30th National Agricultural Show 2024
The 30th National Agricultural Show, held from July 26th to August 4th, 2024, at the Jinja Show Grounds, was a massive success, attracting over 300,000 participants eager to explore the latest innovations in agriculture.
Mr. Yohei Sasakawa's Visit Highlights SAA and The Nippon Foundation’s Commitment to Uganda’s Agricultural Transformation and Youth Empowerment
In July 2024, the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) underscored its pivotal role in transforming Uganda's agricultural landscape during a series of site visits. Central to these visits was Mr. Yohei Sasakawa, Chairperson of The Nippon Foundation (TNF), SAA’s core donor.
SAA Annual Report 2023: Measuring progress, mapping the journey ahead
We are delighted to share with you the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) Annual Report for 2023. Despite numerous global challenges, including rising agricultural input costs and the pervasive impacts of climate change, during 2023 SAA made remarkable progress in fostering sustainable and resilient food systems in Africa.
Registration closed: Africa Food Systems Forum (AFSF) Side Event “Food Systems Transformation – Emerging Insights from Mega Initiatives” on September 2nd
The Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) is privileged to extend an invitation to a side event titled “Food Systems Transformation – Emerging Insights from Mega Initiatives.”
Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) supports Sustainable Agriculture and Soil Health Initiative in Africa; Scaling Nature-Based Solutions and Energizing Growth
Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) is proud to highlight its partnership efforts in advancing sustainable agricultural practices and soil health across Africa. Recently, SAA has taken significant steps in collaboration with key continental bodies and stakeholders to enhance agricultural productivity and sustainability.
SAA Nigeria launches Quarterly Newsletter highlighting the country’s activities
The SAA Nigeria office is pleased to announce the release of the inaugural issue of its quarterly newsletter, highlighting our activities across Nigeria. This edition provides updates on our initiatives and partnerships in key regions, including Kano, Jigawa, Gombe, Nasarawa, Benue, and Kwara states.
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 Publications
E-newsletter
"Walking with the Farmer"
SAA publishes a bimonthly e-newsletter reporting on SAA activities.
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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.
