AGRICULTURE: A CATALYST FOR AFRICA'S ECONOMIC RESURGENCE
Jacques van Wyk
CEO @ SAISFF | Transdisciplinary Thinker | Futurist | Strategic Foresight
Africa's agricultural sector stands at a pivotal crossroads, representing both immense challenges and extraordinary opportunities. As the continent's largest employer, engaging over 60% of the population and contributing up to 40% of GDP in countries like Ethiopia and Chad, agriculture is the backbone of Africa's economy. With 80 million small farms driving food production and innovation, the sector is poised for transformation through emerging technologies, genetic engineering advances, and innovative financing solutions. However, the path to food security and agricultural prosperity faces significant hurdles, from climate change impacts to limited resource access. As we look toward 2025 and beyond, the modernization of African agriculture could unlock unprecedented growth, with potential agricultural output reaching $1 trillion by 2030 if appropriate measures are implemented.
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