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Let’s stop romanticizing agriculture for the development of Africa

Export agriculture is promoted as a means to stimulate growth, reduce poverty, and ensure food security. However, the promise of agriculture as Africa’s path to prosperity remains largely unfulfilled. This stems not only from the poor implementation of agricultural policies but also from colonial narratives that continue to hinder African development. Hence, export agriculture primarily benefits former colonial powers to the detriment of Africa.

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GENDER EQUALITY,  INCLUSION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN AFRICA

FR EN The second conference of ASPA’s “African Week” was held on Tuesday March 26, 2024  under the theme: “Gender equality, inclusion and entrepreneurship in Africa” and featured  eminent and passionate speakers, all committed to promoting gender equality. A number of  questions were addressed concerning women’s economic emancipation and entrepreneurship.  In particular, how do g e

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