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Poor and also ageing - demographic change in BRICS states read more
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How much do African States spend on Agriculture?

The continent is not achieving the goals set ten years ago in Malabo. Nevertheless, there has been growth, albeit on a lower level. New guidelines for…

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Zimbabwe: "Two Years of War in Ukaine and Prices Continue to Rise"

Currency, price and climate crises overlap in the country, as programme director Regina Feindt explains. Generally, the country is able to feed itself…

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Ahead of the Curve: What can Anticipatory Humanitarian Action Achieve?

Anticipatory Humanitarian Action (AHA) as an approach to dealing with crises is finding increasing support internationally. But it requires a rethink…

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The 2023 Global Hunger Index: Progress on Hunger has largely stalled
In the face of multiple crises, progress on hunger has largely stalled, and large demographic groups such as youth, especially in low- and middle-income countries, are disproportionally affected.
Global food supply chains: shock absorbers or cause of price crises and supply shortages?
Welfare effects of world trade help fight hunger. One disadvantage of value chains are fluctuating prices. Where does the instability arise - and who suffers?
Soil Erosion: Southern Africa's water tower is endangered
Wind and water carry away fertile topsoil both in montane and lowland regions, the equilibrium of important wetlands is distrubed. More attention should be paid to regeneration.
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Migration and rural areas

What do we know about the connection between climate change and migration in rural areas? How do rural dwellers benefit from remittances sent by migrants? How do we keep Africa's youth in agriculture? And why is South Africa tightening its migration policy?

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The Effects of Climate Change on Migration in Rural Areas

A giant wave of migrants rolling towards Europe to escape the effects of climate change is rather unrealistic. But amongst the…

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Remittances Improve Nutrition and Agriculture in Rural Households

Remittances by Migrants can contribute to improving food security and reducing poverty in developing countries.

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Crisis as opportunity: Can the rural exodus of young people in Africa be stopped?

Promises of investment and modernization for agricultural transformation can reduce the exodus of young people from rural areas.…

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Migration in Southern Africa - Openness is Overshadowed by Xenophobia

South Africa's migration policy is at a turning point. It has to balance the need for qualified immigrants against high…

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