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Empowering OSCA Leaders through Learning Visits in Uganda
In September and October 2024, SAA-Uganda, under the Project for Revitalization and Digitalization of Multipurpose Agricultural Cooperatives (OSCAs) in Uganda, supported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Japan (MOFA), organized two learning trips.
SAA-Uganda proudly receives a certificate of Appreciation during the Uganda national Agricultural Extension Week 2024
The 5th Uganda National Agricultural Extension Week (NAEW), held from October 29 to November 1, 2024, at Silver Springs Hotel in Bugolobi, Kampala, brought together agricultural stakeholders under the theme, “Making Extension Count for Robust, Resilient, and Competitive Agri-Food Systems.”
Review of SAA’s Lead Specialist on Regenerative Agriculture in Sustainability Journal
A review co-authored by Dr. Stella Kabiri, the Lead Specialist in Regenerative Agriculture at the Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA), and her PhD student, Mr. Stewart Kyebogola, has been published in the Sustainability Journal.
SAA’s Board Meeting in Abuja: Strategic Deliberation and Community Impact
The Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) held its 53rd Board meeting in Abuja, Nigeria, from October 14 to 19, 2024.
Video Released: Regenerative Agriculture for Soil Health and Productivity in Ethiopia
The Sasakawa Africa Association (SAA) is pleased to announce the release of a new video titled “Regenerative Agriculture for Improved Soil Health and Agricultural Productivity – Ethiopia.”
SAA and IsDB, Pledge Support to Replicate Kano’s Agropatoral Development Project across Nigerian States and West Africa
The KSADP, a $90 million project funded by IsDB aims to transform smallholder farming and develop small-scale agribusiness across the crop and livestock value chains in Kasno’s 44 local government areas.
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.
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.