Zambia Secures 540,000-Tonne Maize Export Deal with Kenya
Zambia is set to export 540,000 metric tons of white maize to Kenya under a new agreement aimed at helping the East African country strengthen its maize supplies following a
Zero-Tariff Access Opens New Export Opportunities for South African Agriculture in China
South African agricultural exporters are gaining greater access to the Chinese market following an agreement that opens China to South African cherry exports, creating new opportunities for producers and businesses
Nigeria Resumes Onion Exports to Ghana
Nigeria has resumed onion exports to Ghana after the National Onion Producers, Processors and Marketers Association of Nigeria (NOPPMAN) lifted its suspension on cross-border shipments. The association announced the decision
Egypt Opens New Export Market for South African Red Meat
South African red meat producers are set to gain access to Egypt’s sizeable consumer market after South Africa and Egypt concluded negotiations on the veterinary requirements governing red meat exports.
South Africa’s Agricultural Exports Hit Record $4.1 Billion In Second Quarter
South Africa’s agricultural exports reached a record $4.1 billion in the second quarter of 2026, rising 10% year on year as stronger export volumes and improved commodity prices boosted overseas
South Africa Expands Citrus Push into India as African Exporters Diversify
South Africa is strengthening its citrus export drive into India as growers seek to diversify markets, improve logistics and reduce reliance on traditional destinations amid growing global competition. India approved
South Africa Set To Expand Stonefruit and Cherry Exports to China
South Africa is set to deepen its fresh produce trade with China, with a new stonefruit export protocol expected to be formally signed by the two countries’ agriculture ministers in
Zimbabwe Leads Africa’s Tobacco Leaf Exports With 48.5% Market Share
Zimbabwe dominated Africa’s tobacco leaf exports in 2024, accounting for 48.51% of the continent’s total exports and significantly outpacing other major tobacco-producing countries. According to trade statistics cited in a
Tanzania Seed Production Reaches 81%, Boosting Food Security
Tanzania is making significant progress towards seed self-sufficiency, with domestic production now accounting for up to 81% of the country’s seed supply, according to Ministry of Agriculture data for the
Africa’s Agriculture Sector Could Unlock Millions of Jobs and Drive Economic Growth
Africa’s agriculture sector is emerging as one of the continent’s biggest opportunities for economic growth, job creation and food security, but unlocking its potential will require greater investment, technology and