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A Photo Exhibition Showcasing African Women’s Knowledge, Strength, and the Power of Local Foods
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L’agroécologie : Une histoire zimbabwéenne de résilience

Français, Zimbabwe
Dans la province sèche de Masvingo au Zimbabwe, les femmes ont montré une résilience remarquable face à des conditions climatiques difficiles, en adoptant des pratiques d’agroécologie pour lutter contre les effets néfastes du changement climatique et assurer la sécurité alimentaire de leurs familles et de leurs communautés.

Agroecology: The Zimbabwean Story of Resilience

English, Zimbabwe
In the dry Masvingo Province of Zimbabwe, women have shown remarkable resilience in the face of challenging climatic conditions, adopting agroecology practices to combat the adverse effects of climate change and ensure food security for their families and communities.

A Fusion of Flavours: Pumpkin Leaves & Amaranthus

English, Zambia
This theme showcases a unique approach to preparing pumpkin leaves. Kunda Nachizya will share her recipe for a delicious and nutritious dish, where she combines freshly harvested pumpkin leaves with wild Amaranthus.

Cowpea Processing: From Field to Home

English, Zambia
This theme highlights the journey of cowpea and sweet potato processing, showcasing their various stages from harvesting in the field to preparation for home use.

The Life Cycle of a Pumpkin: From Seed to Harvest

English, Zambia
This theme traces the journey of a pumpkin from seed to harvest, highlighting the growth stages and the nurturing process with stories of cultivating pumpkins, from seed selection to land preparation and harvest.

We Are the Future: Women Farmers Promote Indigenous Agricultural Knowledge for Generations

English, Uganda
Smallholder farmers are still the majority of farmers across Africa, and in Uganda, this group contributes greatly to a sustainable agricultural pattern.

Our Seed for the Future: Women Farmers Use Seed to Create Wealth & Nourish Households

English, Uganda
Smallholder farmers are still the majority of farmers across Africa, and in Uganda, this group contributes greatly to a sustainable agricultural pattern.

Riz Paysan et Changement Climatique

Français, Senegal
Le changement climatique est une réalité en Casamance : modification du régime des précipitations, baisse de la fertilité des sols, salinisation et envasement des terres arables, notamment des rizières et des sources sous-marines.

Le niebe : valeurs nutritionnelles et medicinales d’une plante resiliente au changement climatique

Français, Senegal
Cette plante à haut potentiel, fait partie des cinq plantes douce objet d’étude dans le cadre de la mise en œuvre du projet Initiative pour des Aliments Africains Nutritifs (NAFI) afin de développer les connaissances et accroitre la consommation d’aliments nutritifs africains.

Peasant Rice & Climate Change

English, Senegal
Climate change is a reality in Casamance, the modification of the rainfall patterns, the decline in soil fertility, the salinisation and silting up of arable land—particularly rice-farming areas and underwater springs.

Cowpea: Nutritional & Medicinal Values of a Plant Resilient to Climate Change

English, Senegal
This high-potential plant is under study as part of the implementation of the Nutritional African Foods Initiative (NAFI) project in order to develop knowledge and increase the consumption of nutritious African foods.

Reportage Photos sur le Projet NAFI

Burkina Faso, Français
Au cœur des terres chaleureuses du Burkina Faso, des agricultrices s'activent quotidiennement pour nourrir leurs familles et leurs communautés. Ce reportage met en lumière leurs efforts dans la production et transformation agricole.
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