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Zambia’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, Rose Sakala, has called for intensified global efforts to fight hunger, especially in light of the growing impact of climate change.
Speaking at the ‘World Without Hunger’ Conference in Addis Ababa, Sakala stated the need for climate-smart agricultural technologies to help vulnerable communities reduce the risks of hunger and malnutrition.
Sakala highlighted Zambia’s commitment to promoting climate-smart practices, aiming to strengthen food security and resilience among farmers.
“The Zambian Government is prioritizing climate-smart agricultural practices to help farmers build resilience against climate shocks and ensure food availability year-round,” she stated, according to a release from First Secretary for Press and Tourism Inutu Mwanza.
She also urged international partners to collaborate on providing post-harvest technologies, enabling households to preserve crops and combat food insecurity.
At the conference, Ethiopian Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed called for sustainable farming, expanded access to agricultural inputs, and climate action to boost productivity.
African Union Chairperson Moussa Faki-Mahamat announced a 10-year Action Plan focused on building resilient agri-food systems across Africa.
Other speakers, including UNIDO Director-General Gerd Müller, highlighted the role of political commitment and investment in eradicating hunger, while Priscilla Musenge, Chief Executive Officer of Entomo Farm, showcased innovations like Black Soldier Fly farming to create sustainable livestock feed and fertilizers, addressing food security through circular solutions.
The conference underscored the urgency of global collaboration and innovation in sustainable agriculture to achieve a world free from hunger.
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