Burundi’s 32.5 MW Jiji hydropower launch could unblock agro-processing and cold storage, but finance and distribution decide which farmers gain.
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Instant payment system in Somalia — value-chain opening — why it matters for investors
Somalia’s nationwide instant-payment system could clear the timing gap between farm and market. A Farming-desk read on inclusion, finance and value capture.
Cobalt export suspension in DRC — asset and corridor map what comes next for investors
DRC’s four-month cobalt export suspension is a supply-price move with rural consequences: what it means for Congolese farms, processors and agri-finance.
Ethiopia stock exchange in Ethiopia — value-chain opening why it matters for investors
Ethiopia’s securities exchange, launched 10 January 2025, through a food-systems lens: value chains, rural finance and the smallholder inclusion test.
The Importance of Accurate Valuation for Biological Assets in Farming
In the ever-evolving world of agribusiness, biological assets—such as livestock, crops, and other living organisms—play a pivotal role in the financial health of the business. Unlike traditional assets, biological assets are dynamic, growing and changing in value over...
Women Farmers Leading Change in Rural Uganda
Discover how women farmers in rural Uganda are transforming agriculture through resilience, innovation, and community-driven initiatives.
South Africa’s Maize Market: A Strategic Overview for Businesses in the Value Chain
The maize value chain in South Africa plays a pivotal role in food security, economic stability, and industrial production. From farmers and millers to traders and exporters, every participant contributes to maintaining a reliable supply of maize across local and...
NST2 transformation plan in Rwanda — value-chain opening what comes next for investors
Rwanda’s NST2 (2024-2029) sets crop, processing and export targets. For food-systems operators, value hinges on storage, finance and the missing middle.
Electric SGR launch in Tanzania — value-chain opening why it matters across the region
Tanzania’s electric SGR to Dodoma shortens farm-to-market distance. The value goes to those with storage, aggregation and finance at the railheads.