CCARDESA

One Farmer, 50 Goats and a New Beginning for Simalaha
Dear Colleagues,
The sound of hooves filled the air as more than 50 goats raced towards a newly constructed mobile boma in Simalaha, Zambia. Community members gathered around the enclosure, watching with excitement as the animals entered, some pushing ahead while others hesitated briefly before following the herd. To learn more, follow the link below; https://www.ccardesa.org/one-farmer-50-goats-and-new-beginning-simalaha
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WEBINAR INVITATION | Soil Health, El Niño & Climate Resilience in Southern Africa

Southern Africa is facing the prospect of another El Niño event, with potential impacts on agricultural production, water availability, livestock systems, and food security.

Join us for an important webinar exploring how healthy soils can strengthen climate resilience and reduce vulnerability to drought. The discussion will highlight practical and scalable soil health solutions, the role of the SADC Soil Health and Fertilizer Hub, and opportunities to mobilise investment for resilient agrifood systems.

The webinar will focus on:
• The anticipated El Niño outlook and implications for food systems
• Soil health as a strategic investment for climate resilience
• Scalable soil health innovations and practical solutions
• Strengthening National Soil Health and Fertilizer Hubs
• Mobilising partnerships and investment for soil health and El Niño preparedness

📅 Date: 14/08/2026
🕑 Time: 13:30PM -16:30PM
📝 Register here: https://ccardesa-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Y3noOvl5RKOtbUJT87Q8MQ

Let us work together to turn climate challenges into opportunities for healthier soils, resilient landscapes, and sustainable food systems across Southern Africa.

CCARDESA Puts Research, Agroecology and Innovation at the Heart of Africa’s Agricultural Transformation
Dear Colleagues,
ABUJA, NIGERIA, 31 JULY 2026 — Southern Africa’s growing contribution to Africa’s agroecological transformation took centre stage at the 9th Africa Agriculture and Science Week (AASW9) and 10th Forum for Agricultural Research in Africa (FARA) General Assembly, held from 27–31 July 2026 in Abuja, Nigeria. To learn more, follow the link below: https://www.ccardesa.org/ccardesa-puts-research-agroecology-and-innovation-heart-africas-agricultural-transformation
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Nourivier Farmers Put Rangeland Restoration into Practice in South Africa
Dear Colleagues,
NOURIVIER, SOUTH AFRICA, 28 JULY 2026 — Regional delegates stepped out of the meeting room and into the rangelands of Namaqualand to see how community organisation, livestock management and employment-based restoration are helping farmers build more resilient livelihoods. To learn more, Follow the link below: https://www.ccardesa.org/nourivier-farmers-put-rangeland-restoration-practice-south-africa
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AUC, CAADP-XP4 and CGIAR Sign Renewed Knowledge Management Partnership Framework at AASW9
By Shaquille Pennaneach
Dear Colleagues,
A renewed five-year framework aimed at repositioning knowledge management as a strategic driver of agricultural transformation, rather than a function limited to documentation and dissemination, was signed by continental partners during a high-level session at the 9th Africa Agriculture Science Week (AASW9) and 10th FARA General Assembly in Abuja. To learn more, follow the link below: https://www.ccardesa.org/auc-caadp-xp4-and-cgiar-sign-renewed-knowledge-management-partnership-framework-aasw9
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Regional Steering Committee Calls for Stronger Ownership and Lasting Action on Southern Africa’s Rangelands
Dear Colleagues,
SPRINGBOK, SOUTH AFRICA, 27 JULY 2026--Government representatives and implementing partners from Botswana, Madagascar, South Africa and Zambia have renewed their commitment to restoring rangelands, strengthening livestock-based livelihoods and sustaining the achievements of the International Climate Initiative (IKI) Growing Greener project. To learn more, follow the link below: https://www.ccardesa.org/regional-steering-committee-calls-stronger-ownership-and-lasting-action-southern-africas-rangelands
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The final day of the 3rd IKI Growing Greener Regional Project Steering Committee Meeting concluded with insightful project site visits to Concordia, Liliefontein, and Bulletrap.

These visits provided an opportunity for delegates to witness the progress, impact, and achievements of the CSA-supported initiatives on the ground while engaging with local stakeholders and communities.

Take a look at some of the highlights from site visits.

Southern African Stakeholders Unite to Advance Climate-Resilient Rangeland Policies
Dear Colleagues,
Grabouw, South Africa, 24 July 2026 – Farmers, policymakers, researchers and development practitioners from across Southern Africa have called for stronger community participation, improved policy implementation and sustained investment in the management of the region’s rangelands. To learn more, follow the link below: https://www.ccardesa.org/southern-african-stakeholders-unite-advance-climate-resilient-rangeland-policies
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Dont Miss Out!!!

Join the Live Discussion on via NTA Network News' YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/live/D0-NlRikDkc?si=bufqLNvdOOrFhhhW

The Executive Director of & the Federal Minister of State for Agriculture & Food Security will be on your screens this morning to discuss the & 10th FARA General Assembly

Visit https://aasw.faraafrica.org/ for more info on