climate resilient agriculture

Kenya’s Indigenous Seeds Face a Defining Legal and Policy Test

Correspondent September 14, 2026

Kenya’s indigenous seed systems face a defining legal and policy test as the government appeals a High Court ruling that expanded farmers’ rights to save, exchange and sell indigenous seed. The outcome, alongside the ongoing review of the country’s seed law, could shape farmers’ control over seed, agricultural biodiversity and the resilience of local food systems.

Green Finance

East African Farmers Set for KES 25.8 Billion Climate Investment Boost

Dan Kaburu September 10, 2026

East African smallholder farmers and rural businesses are set to benefit from a $200 million (KES 25.8 billion) climate financing mechanism launched by Equity Group and IFAD. The ARCAFIM programme will support irrigation, water harvesting, climate-resilient agriculture, storage, renewable energy and other investments across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda, targeting about 260,000 producers and 500 rural enterprises.

Food Systems

Subsidized Fertilizer, Seeds Fails to Stem Rising Hunger in Kenya, Report Says

Dan Kaburu August 25, 2026

A new report is challenging the effectiveness of Africa’s input-led Green Revolution model, finding that Kenya’s chronically undernourished population more than doubled to over 20 million between 2006 and 2024 despite increased use of fertiliser, commercial seeds and subsidies. The report calls for greater investment in agroecological farming, local seed systems, soil restoration, extension services and crop diversity.

Food Systems

Ancient Maya Knowledge Helps Guatemalan Farmers Cut Agrochemical Use

Correspondent June 15, 2026

Farmers in Guatemala are reviving ancient Maya agricultural knowledge to create natural biopesticides from locally available plants, reducing dependence on costly agrochemicals. The approach is improving soil health, protecting biodiversity, and helping communities build more sustainable and resilient food systems.

Food Systems

EAC Seed Bill Raises Alarm Over Indigenous Seeds and Farmer Rights

Peter Ngare February 9, 2026

A proposed East African Community Seed and Plant Varieties Bill is triggering concern among farmers, environmentalists, and indigenous groups. Critics warn the legislation could sideline traditional seed systems, expand corporate control over agriculture, and threaten biodiversity and food security across the region.

Food Systems

Sahel Gets $14.6m AfDB Boost for Climate and Food Security

Peter Ngare December 1, 2025

The African Development Fund has approved a $14.64 million grant to expand a major food security and climate resilience programme in the Sahel. The funding will scale climate-smart villages, strengthen regional seed systems, and support vulnerable communities facing worsening climate shocks. Women and youth will receive targeted support as the initiative boosts agricultural resilience across the region.